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Universal Studios Hollywood · 2 hours ago

Sr Mechanical Engineer

Universal City, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $155K/yr

7+ years exp

Universal Studios Hollywood is part of NBCUniversal, a leading media and entertainment company. The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides engineering support for existing and new theme park attractions, focusing on troubleshooting, redesign, and development to ensure operational readiness and reliability of rides and attractions.

Location Based ServicesMusic

Responsibilities

Responds to day-to-day sustaining engineering calls and troubleshoots recurring design or maintenance issues

Performs re-engineering efforts for Attractions including complex mechanical, structural, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Produces scope of work for capital design projects and manages progress from design through installation

Develops and oversees project schedules and budgetary demands

Monitors and interfaces with vendors/design-builders to resolve problems and design issues

Prepares and reviews equipment specifications and performs technical evaluation of vendor products/services

Oversees mock-up, prototype, installations, test and adjustments of show and ride systems

Coordinates engineering activities between vendors, engineers, ride and show management, and technicians

Provides project status updates on assigned task list items to the appropriate ride manager and engineering manager

Interfaces between Central Shops and the Mechanical Engineering group to address their engineering needs

Helps improve existing engineering procedures and develops new procedures as needed

Acts as mentor for associate level engineers

Maintains configuration management of project documentation in accordance with Engineering’s guidelines

Develops and conducts Acceptance Test Procedures on mechanical systems. Reviews other engineer’s ATPs

Partners with Universal Creative in the development of new Attractions. Review designs attend design review meetings and support on-site installation and testing

Reviews Engineering Change Notice (ECN) forms and contents for accuracy and compliance with internal and external regulations

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringDynamic Motion SystemsHydraulicPneumatic DesignSolidworksProject EngineeringWelded Structures DesignServo ControlsCommunicationTeam PlayerTime Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required

Minimum 7 years mechanical/structural detailed design experience associated w/ dynamic motion systems/components

Minimum 3 years project engineering experience in mechanical/structural systems in a large machine environment

Proficient analytical skills to perform engineering calculations for design, test, and implementation of mechanical systems

Proficient background in design of welded structures, beam elements, welded joints, structural steels, gearing, composite materials, manufacturing, and fabrication processes

Proficiency in hydraulic and pneumatic design, and familiarity with components

Proficient knowledge and logical approach to problem solving and troubleshooting capabilities of mechanical and structural systems

Proficiency in mechanical drawings, Solidworks, AutoCAD and technical documents

Strong experience in the generation of component and mechanical system specifications, acceptance test procedures, failure and effects analysis, scopes of work, installation procedures, training procedure, technical and maintenance manuals

Strong knowledge in servo controls as applied to hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromotive motion control systems. Knowledgeable in AWS, ANSI, and ASTM (especially F24) standards

Experience in the design of safety critical systems

Ability & willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays with short notice

Preferred

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred

Theme Park Operations knowledge and experience

California Certified Professional Engineer (PE)

Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of employees and management, and willingness to give assistance to co-workers in other areas. Strong team player

Strong interpersonal and analytical skills

Strong time management skills

Ability to multi-task and be flexible

Experience in a union environment