Lead Ride & Show Controls Engineer — Theme Park Tech

NBCUniversal; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment company in the United Kingdom seeks a Technical Manager to oversee contracts for ride and show systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field and experience in theme park-specific roles. Responsibilities include vendor management, technical guidance, and project oversight. This position requires strong analytical and organizational skills, along with the ability to work in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in theme park-specific technical/engineering roles required.
• Projects experience within the theme park industry required.
• Ability to manage complex tasks and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendors through bidding, designing, and installation processes.
• Provide technical guidance for design and project management.
• Review vendor design documents and test protocols.

Skills

Technical interpretation

Problem-solving

Schedule analysis

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in technical field

Advanced Degree preferred

Tools

Control theory

Ladder logic

Variable frequency drives

Job description

A leading media and entertainment company in the United Kingdom seeks a Technical Manager to oversee contracts for ride and show systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field and experience in theme park-specific roles. Responsibilities include vendor management, technical guidance, and project oversight. This position requires strong analytical and organizational skills, along with the ability to work in dynamic environments.