Assistant Director Safety & Engineering

Universal Studios Hollywood; California (MO); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

NBCUniversal is seeking an Assistant Director to lead the attraction technical/project management team at Universal Studios Hollywood. You will develop technical approaches for major elements and oversee execution with vendors, balancing safety, budget, schedule, and creative constraints.

You will review ride/show scopes, enforce specifications, mitigate risks, and ensure regulatory compliance, including DOSH sign-off and ADA accessibility enhancements, while mentoring a team of engineers and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of vendor management experience with significant in-field installation experience.
• 5+ years of related experience; theme park experience preferred in SAE or ride systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the attraction technical/project management team in developing technical approaches for major elements and provide oversight during execution with the vendor.
• Review and approve all ride/show scope of work and RFPs.
• Review and develop technical plans, enforce Universal specs and standards, and manage risk.
• Lead the project team to secure California DOSH sign-off for new attractions.
• Oversee ADA compliance for shows and rides and drive safety improvements across projects.

Skills

Vendor Management

Project Management

Team Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

The Assistant Director will be responsible for leading the attraction technical/project management team in developing the technical approach for all major elements and providing oversight during execution with the vendor. Primary tasks include concept feasibility, scope of work development and review, vendor assessment and selection, vendor oversight, risk identification and mitigation, field installation strategy, oversight of field test and adjust and SAT. In addition to the safety and technical aspects of the job, budget, schedule and creative constraints will be incorporated into all decisions. This role will have multiple direct reports ranging from manager up to Technical Program Manager (TPM).

• Makes direct engineering contributions to projects as required relative to engineering, code and standards compliance, Universal Specification compliance, and technical systems achievement of creative and business goals.
• Review/approve all Ride/Show scope of work and RFPs.
• Reviews/develops the technical plans and progress for UC projects as assigned. Enforces Universal's specifications, standards, and technical contracting methods.
• Leads the project technical team in assessing and mitigating technical and schedule risk.
• Leads the project team to achieve California DOSH sign off of new attractions.
• Assists with Universal Patent pursuit and defense.
• Oversee ADA compliance for Shows and Rides. Develop and execute innovations/inventions that provide increased accessibility.
• Drive safety improvements across project. Monitor compliance with regulations and internal standards; develop new safety technologies; and ensure that safety protocols reflect theme park best practices and cutting-edge ideas.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 15 Years: Required Vendor Management experience with significant in-field installation related experience. 5 Years: Required related experience. Theme Park specific experience, in such areas as Show Action Equipment (SAE) and/or ride systems, is highly preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• Proven track record of managing teams, including direct reports, & acting as in-house mentor.
• Experience with compliance activities including for guest facing interactions.

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to achieve results through flawless execution of strategies & objectives.
• Ability to strategically forecast and solve issues before they become problems.
• Ability to measure team’s performance against project goals/objectives.
• Mentoring & coaching strengths in promoting growth & cohesion of the team.
• Ability to balance schedule, budgets, and technical milestones.

Benefits

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $145,000 - $185,000 (bonus eligible).

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].