Manager, Safety Controls Engineering - Universal Epic Universe

Universal Studios; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading entertainment company as a Safety Controls Engineer, where you'll leverage your expertise in electrical engineering to ensure safety compliance for venue systems. You'll work cross-functionally, providing oversight and mentoring to teams, while contributing to innovative projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in electrical/control system design and installation.
• 3+ years as a Safety Controls Engineer for venues.

Responsibilities

• Enforce safety policies and standards for control-related systems.
• Provide safety signoff for controls and equipment.
• Collaborate with departments for software and hardware development.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Knowledge of Safety Standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC Systems

Siemens Safety PLCs

Job description

Universal Orlando Resort believes in-person collaboration is key to our success. Many of our Team Members work in a hybrid capacity, contributing from the workplace a minimum of three days per week. There are also roles that require being on-site full time. Limited remote opportunities may be available within specific departments. You’ll learn more about this during the recruitment process.

JOB SUMMARY:

Be a Safety Control System expert with knowledge of controls, electrical schematics, software experience, UO’s company safety philosophy, policies, standards, procedures, and cross-functional engineering skills. Provide safety signoff for Venue systems, equipment, components, ECNs, and TDs in compliance with UO Engineering Guidelines. Act as a liaison between Operations and Technical Services to ensure safety issues are addressed, mitigated, and corrective actions are followed. Support downtime recovery efforts by technical problem identification, performing System Risk Assessment, and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEAs), ensuring that Engineering Team Members understand the "lessons learned".

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Safety Control System Leadership:
   • Enforce UO’s safety policies, standards, and procedures, including Creative’s Standards, ASTM F24 Guidelines, and regulations for all control-related systems.
   • Review and provide feedback on design standards for new projects.
   • Participate in control equipment development, recommending specifications and process requirements.
   • Provide safety signoff for controls, equipment, ECNs, and TDs, ensuring compliance with guidelines.
   • Assist in developing and revising department policies related to safety and configuration control.
   • Serve as a liaison among Operations, Technical Services, and Creative for safety issues on new projects.
2. Design and Oversight:
   • Participate in hardware and software design from concept to opening.
   • Provide technical oversight for controls teams, vendors, and contractors.
   • Review safety design documents for new venues.
   • Support commissioning and opening of new or modified venues.
3. Cross-Functional Support and Coordination:
   • Collaborate with other departments for software, hardware, and instrumentation development, ensuring safety standards are met.
   • Coordinate engineering activities with vendors and ride teams, providing regular project updates.
   • Review specifications and evaluate vendor products.
   • Mentor controls and software engineers, recommending training and development programs.
4. Other Responsibilities:
   • Participate in Environmental, Health & Safety activities following UO policies.
   • Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Required – Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related fields.
• Desired – Master’s Degree or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years in electrical/control system design and installation, including PLCs, drives, and safety systems.
• 3+ years as a Safety Controls Engineer for venues.
• Experience with venue downtime recovery, risk assessments, and safety approvals.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• AC/DC Drives configuration and troubleshooting.
• Functional Safety certifications (TUV or equivalent).
• Cisco networking (preferred).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of safety standards (ISO, IEC, UL, NEC, ASTM).
• Experience with servo controls, Allen Bradley PLC systems, and safety PLCs (Siemens preferred).
• Ability to perform engineering calculations and generate specifications and risk assessments.
• Experience with theme park ride and show control systems.

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

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