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- Implements solutions and performs design and/or programming, hardware, electrical modifications to Ride and Show system equipment on assigned projects to include hardware and software modifications to complex mechanical, electrical and control systems to improve safety, reliability, operational readiness, diagnostics and serviceability of control systems.
- Manages assigned projects from design through installation to include project schedules, testing, training and budget demands.
- Prepares scope of work documents for engineering projects. Develops and conducts Acceptance Test Procedures on control systems modifications, generation of maintenance procedures and manual updates. Prepares and conducts maintenance training on equipment.
- Interfaces with Engineers, Managers, Ride Supervisors and Technicians to resolve problems and design issues. Coordinates engineering activities between department management, ride supervisors, ride managers and technicians.
- Monitors and interfaces with vendors/ride manufacturers to resolve problems and design issues. Prepares and reviews equipment specifications and performs technical evaluation of vendor products/services.
- Performs engineering calculations for design, analysis, test and implementation of mechanical, electrical and control systems.
- Maintains configuration management of hardware and software documentation in accordance with Engineering’s guidelines for proper archiving and security.
- 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.
- Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university is required in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Technology or Computer Engineering;
- Master’s degree is preferred – Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Technology or Computer Engineering.
- 3+ years demonstrated project engineering experience of mechanical, electrical, control and software systems in an engineering environment for the development of dynamic motion systems in a theme park industry or an equivalent of experience and education required.
- 3+ years field experience of theme park technical fault analysis/isolation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- 3+ years engineering knowledge/experience in control systems and installation utilizing PLC’s, ladder logic, variable frequency drives and servo controls in a theme park or equivalent environment required.
- 3+ years "Hands-on" knowledge/experience with PLC automated and control systems required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Fundamentals of Engineering, preferred
- Professional Engineering license, preferred
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Required:- Experience in the design of safety critical systems.
- Experience with mechanical, special effects, flame systems, electrical and servo controls as applied to hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromotive motion control systems required.
- Analytical skills to perform engineering calculations for design, analysis, test and implementation of electrical and motion control systems.
- Good Interpersonal Skill and Communications
- Knowledge of a high-level programming language ("C" or Visual Basic).
- Proven ability to provide control system management.
- Experience of generation of control system specifications, acceptance test procedures.
- Knowledgeable in OSHA, UL 508A, NEC, ASTM and F24 standards.
- PLC-5, SLC-500, ControlLogix, CompactLogix.
- PanelBuilder 1400E, PanelBuilder32, RSView 32, RSLinx, RSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000 and RSNetWorx.
- Allen-Bradley PLC hardware and software.
- AC and DC motors and motor control systems.
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills and Communications
- Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Mechanical and Electrical systems, controls and design
- Allen Bradley, Ingersol Rand, Rockwell and other ride system controllers
- Anitech and Gilderfluke show system controllers.
- 1305 and 1336 variable frequency drives.
- Data Highway Plus, Remote I/O, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet, DMX and SMPTE.
Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
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