Lead Network Engineer – UK Theme Park Projects

NBCUniversal; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment company is seeking a Technical Manager to provide oversight for attraction systems at Universal Parks & Resorts. The role involves budget and schedule management, vendor oversight, and ensuring safety compliance for show and ride equipment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and extensive experience in theme park-specific engineering roles. Candidates should possess strong vendor management and communication skills, and be ready to work in an ever-changing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a technical field like IT or network administration.
• Extensive experience in theme park-specific engineering roles.
• Required vendor management experience with in-field installation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety for all Show and Ride equipment.
• Provide technical guidance and manage vendors.
• Create scope of work documentation and manage vendor contracts.

Skills

Vendor management

Technical guidance

Schedule analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a technical field

Advanced Degree preferred

Tools

Network systems

RF/IR/UV Systems

Job description

A leading media and entertainment company is seeking a Technical Manager to provide oversight for attraction systems at Universal Parks & Resorts. The role involves budget and schedule management, vendor oversight, and ensuring safety compliance for show and ride equipment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and extensive experience in theme park-specific engineering roles. Candidates should possess strong vendor management and communication skills, and be ready to work in an ever-changing environment.