Senior Associate Engineer ATIR&D Robotics

At Universal Creative we design develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Destinations & Experiences worldwide. Our innovative attractions immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.

Our Team Members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of whats possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together were creating a Universe of fun always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.

JOB SUMMARY:

Supports subject matter expertise on one or more Ride and/or Show and/or Interactive system disciplines that include but not limited to Audio Special Effects Projection Lighting Set/Scenic Props Show Action Equipment Animated Figures Ride Mechanical Systems Ride Control or Show Control Systems. Supports internal and external specifications are being met under guidance of senior staff. Performs research development review approval and technical analysis under an area of responsibility. The Senior Associate Research and Development Engineer is responsible for advancing prototypes into products and platforms that advance our creative experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts. They have a strong collaborative side and must be a change agent who is open to feedback and comfortable handling risk and fluidity.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides engineering technical (calculation design drafting research) support to the research and development team
• Reviews portions of research and development team designs and/or vendor-provided design review documents. May perform a hazard analysis in support of internal development efforts. Includes drawing review component selection review calculation review test plan review test results review or review of other deliverable items as specified by research and engineering management
• Makes direct engineering contributions to research and development internal projects as required. Performs Show Ride and Interactive systems research contributions to research and development scope specification design or analysis field mock-up assistance for installation test and adjust. Participate with technology development teams (external and internal).
• Edits and updates Ride/Show engineering specifications as specifically assigned by research and development management. Participate with technology development teams (external and internal).
• Assists the research and development team by supporting the portability maintainability reliability operability serviceability supportability and safety of systems under development. Performs engineering technical (calculation design drafting research) support to the team and/or overall technology as assigned. Contributes modifications to hardware/software systems as required based upon design and field conditions. Drive technical improvements across all scopes.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy procedures training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Directly supervises 0-1 Non-Exempt team members; Supports project related specific tasks by indirectly supervising the efforts of vendors to ensure compliance with necessary technical specifications.

EDUCATION:

Bachelors Degree in applicable technical field required or equivalent demonstrated skill and experience

EXPERIENCE:

• 3 year experience in direct theme park specific technical/engineering roles required or similar experience in related technical field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to organize and manage a complex series of tasks and vendor(s) to develop and implement show and ride systems.
• Strength in schedule analysis and contract management required.
• Comfortable Influencing decisions of major nature. High degree of tact & diplomacy to obtain favorable decisions or maintain good will.
• Comfortable working in a non-routine environment with frequently changing situations.

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

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