DreamWorks Animation · 2 months ago
Sr Manager, Ride/Show Engineering
100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CALIFORNIA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $160K/yr
7+ years expNBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Ride/Show Engineering who will be responsible for the technical management of ride and show systems, ensuring safety and quality standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.
AnimationFilmMedia and Entertainment
Responsibilities
Provides technical management, inclusive of budget and schedule, for an attraction or attractions
Responsible for the successful specification, bid/award, design, production, installation, and acceptance testing of Ride and/or Show systems, to include Audio, Special Effects, Projection, Lighting, Set/Scenic, Props, Show Action Equipment, Animated Figures, Ride Systems, Mechanical Systems, Network Systems, Parkwide Systems, Ride Control, and/or Show Control Systems
Ensures all Show and Ride equipment maintains the highest level of safety in accordance with Universal Specifications, accepted manufacturing practices and applicable standards
Provides technical guidance and vendor management of the design, fabrication and day-to-day detailed installation, test, and adjust activities in the field
Vendor management includes participation in all aspects of both technical and project/contract management as it applies to vendor contracts, directives, and change orders
Oversees all technical interaction with other project team members, vendors, sub-contractors, and other relevant 3rd parties involved with Show and Ride systems
Develops an open working relationship with the facility & construction team and contractors to ensure a clear line of communication regarding installation, test, and adjust activities
Builds strong team cohesion and motivation within the attraction technical team
Creates scope of work documentation and awards contracts to vendors based on quantitative requirements derived from interpreting creative intent and employing Universal Specifications
Leads enforcement of Show and Ride technical and safety principles to provide a quality product and necessary deliverables
Advises, coordinates, and is accountable for the status and engineering quality of Show & Ride systems including areas of risk or potential future risks
Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities
Perform other duties as assigned
Ability to travel and stay for extended periods in Chicago is required
Qualification
Required
7+ Years: Required experience in theme park specific technical/engineering role(s)
5+ Years: Required Vendor Management experience with significant in-field installation related experience
7+ Years: Required related experience. Theme Park specific experience is highly preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor's degree in an applicable technical field required
Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite
Preferred
3+ Years: Preferred experience with contract management and practices in the theme park and/or construction industries
Significant vendor management experience
In-field installation experience
Contract management experience in theme park and/or construction industries
Project experience in theme park development, construction, show and ride systems design or fabrication within the entertainment/theme park industry preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid leave
Tuition reimbursement
A variety of other discounts and perks
Company
DreamWorks Animation
DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. engages in the development, production, and exploitation of animated films and associated characters
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15M2016-04-28Acquired
2015-02-12Post Ipo Equity· $15M
2004-10-28IPO
Leadership Team
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