Ride & Show Controls Engineer – Impactful Systems

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NBCUniversal is a leading media and entertainment company with a UK resort focus. This role supports or manages ride/show systems from bid to commissioning, translating creative intent into technical specs and ensuring on-time delivery.

Key tasks include vendor management, design reviews, test protocol development, and collaboration with Engineering & Safety teams to meet project goals and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret a wide variety of technical instructions and variables.
• Strong analytical skills for problem solving and decision making.
• Excellent organizational and vendor management across complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing vendors through bidding, design, and installation of ride/show systems.
• Provide technical guidance and manage day-to-day design, fabrication, and commissioning activities.
• Translate creative intent and business goals into technical documents for bids and scheduling.
• Perform engineering support including calculations, design, drafting, and testing.
• Review vendor design documents, drawings, and test plans for accuracy and conformance.
• Develop and execute test protocols, witness testing, and document results.
• Participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities as required.

Skills

Vendor management

Technical documentation

Problem solving

Project coordination

Show/ride systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable technical field

Job description

NBCUniversal is a leading media and entertainment company with a UK resort focus. This role supports or manages ride/show systems from bid to commissioning, translating creative intent into technical specs and ensuring on-time delivery.

Key tasks include vendor management, design reviews, test protocol development, and collaboration with Engineering & Safety teams to meet project goals and safety standards.