Engineer I Controls Universal Epic Universe

Universal Orlando Resort believes inperson collaboration is key to our success. Many of our Team Members work in a hybrid capacity contributing from the workplace a minimum of three days per week. There are also roles that require being onsite full time. Limited remote opportunities may be available within specific departments. Youll learn more about this during the recruitment process.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs basic redesign and development efforts of show and / or ride control and software systems for theme park rides and attractions to provide increased reliability and operational improvements. May support downtime recovery if necessary. Duties include troubleshooting fault analysis redesign assignments test and startup integration of Ride and Show systems. All work shall be in conformance with ASTM F24 Committee guidelines and compliant with applicable codes regulations and standards including: AISC ASME ASTM ANSI AWS JIC NEC and OSHA among others.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides detailed design solutions ranging from basic to complex in order to implement solutions focusing on the improvement of Ride & Show systems in the categories of operational reliability safety and serviceability of Ride & Show equipment. Places an emphasized focus on improving system diagnostics technical training of Ride & Show and Engineering Team Members and Preventative Maintenance improvement.
• Troubleshoots electromechanical systems while conducting fault identification and failure analysis to facilitate downtime recovery during the daytoday operations of UDX parks while being the main liaison between Engineering and our partners in Ride and Show and Operations.
• Manages assigned projects from design through installation to include project schedules testing training and budget demands.
• Generates engineering documentation to validate design solutions to be implemented by the engineer including but not limited to control system hardware analysis firmware analysis code comparison documentation change bulletins CAD drawing changes and training procedures. Generates Acceptance Test Procedures to validate all system design changes in accordance with UDX standards and procedures.
• Utilizes project management skills to coordinate and document project status of assigned tasks to give regular and insightful updates to the appropriate attraction management both operations and Ride & Show as well as Engineering Management.
• Performs engineering calculations for design analysis test and implementation of electrical and control systems.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy procedures training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Bachelors degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering Electronic Engineering Technology or Computer Engineering required.

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of engineering experience in control systems and installation utilizing PLCs ladder logic variable frequency drives and servo controls in a theme park
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:

Certification in Functional Safety from a recognized institution is preferred.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Preferred

• Knowledgeable in ASTM and F24 standards.
• Experience in the design of safetycritical systems.
• Experience with servo controls as applied to hydraulic pneumatic and electromotive motion control systems.
• Knowledge of the generation of control system specifications and acceptance test procedures.

• Handson experience with PLC and automated control systems.
• Experience with motor control centers motor starters and variable speed drives.
• Experience working in diverse teams to accomplish a common goal.
• Experience communicating effectively across varying skill sets and knowledge bases to define tasks and project status.
• Experience keeping detailed records through a project lifecycle from initiation to completion.
• Knowledge of a highlevel programming language (C Visual Basic or JAVA).
• Knowledge of electrical standards UL 508A NFPA and NEC.
• Experience utilizing the following products and networks:
• Programmable Logic Controllers & Programming Software: Rockwell Automation Siemens Beckhoff Omron and/or Pilz.
• Variable Frequency Drives: Rockwell Automation ABB Siemens and/or Schneider Electric.
• Human Machine Interfaces: Standalone HMIs (PanelView SIMATIC and/or Comfort Panel) and SCADA Systems (FactoryTalk View Studio Edition WinCC ICONICS and/or Ignition).
• Industrial Communication Networks: Ethernet I/P EtherCAT PROFINET PROFIBUS DeviceNet ControlNet Data Highway Plus Remote I/O and/or MODBUS).
• AC and DC motors and motor control systems.
• Experience with troubleshooting and problemsolving of electrical mechanical and/or control systems.
• Experience communicating and collaborating with diverse teams to complete complex tasks.

Your talent skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

Universal Orlando Resort. Here you can.