Sr. Manager, Ride/Show- Ride Systems (Expat to UK)

At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Parks & Resorts 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 what’s possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together, we’re creating a Universe of fun, always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.

JOB SUMMARY:

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 Mechanical Systems, Ride Control Systems. Role may have multiple direct reports who manage multiple aspects of an attraction.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures all 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 Ride systems with a focus on Mechanical systems.  Develops an open working relationship with the facility & construction team and vendors 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 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 Ride systems, including areas of risk or potential future risks.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree in applicable technical field required (examples include, but are not limited to, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics) or equivalent demonstrated skill and experience; Advanced Degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE: 

5+ Years: Technical experience with ride systems or other complex integrated systems required. Any experience in Theme Park development, construction, ride systems design or fabrication is preferred.

7+ years’ experience in direct theme park-specific technical/engineering roles supporting ride systems or other complex integrated systems required (examples include, but are not limited to (integrated mechanical systems, integrated electrical systems, integrated technical show systems) or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

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

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