Project Mechanical Engineer I

ZipRecruiter; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer to oversee and execute critical upgrades to ride and show systems. The role involves technical guidance, vendor management, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Candidates must possess a relevant Bachelor's degree and have substantial engineering experience, particularly within the theme park industry.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3+ years project engineering experience in mechanical / structural systems.
• Experience with vendor management.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends with short notice.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for mechanical / structural modifications to ride and show systems.
• Provides technical guidance and vendor management for installations.
• Interfaces with various stakeholders to resolve design issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

The Mechanical Project Engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient execution of critical Ride/Show systems upgrades on existing attractions, including but not limited to specification, design, procurement, production, installation, and commissioning of ride and show mechanical/structural systems. The Project Engineer provides technical guidance and vendor management on one or more projects at a time, including but not limited to Earthquake Ride/Show Systems, and Transformers Ride/Show Systems, and Revenge of the Mummy Ride/Show Systems.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for technical completion of mechanical / structural modifications to complex ride and show systems to improve safety, reliability, operational readiness, diagnostics, and serviceability.
• Provides technical guidance and vendor management of the design, fabrication, and daily installation, test and adjust, and validation activities in the field for mechanical/structural systems.
• Supports the Project Manager with developing scope of work documents for engineering projects by investigating and providing the technical criteria and maintenance/operational requirements.
• Interfaces with vendors, Engineers, Managers, Supervisors and Technicians to resolve problems and design issues to meet project objectives.
• Performs and checks engineering calculations for design, analysis, testing, and implementation of mechanical and structural systems.
• Reviews designs and documentation from vendors ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and specifications.
• Leads design and production reviews ensuring product quality, specification conformance, and schedule accuracy.
• Oversees and manages mock-ups, prototypes, installations, test and adjustments, and validation of show and ride systems to ensure compliance with contractual specifications.
• Coordinates assigned engineering activities between vendors, ride supervisors, ride managers and technicians.
• Updates project status to Project Manager on a regular basis.
• Presents technical project overviews and detailed engineering issues to various levels of management.
• Maintains configuration management of mechanical/structural documentation in accordance with Engineering’s guidelines for proper archiving and security.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established USH policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting theBenefits pageof the Careers website. Salary range: $80,000 - $100,000

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university required in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 3+ years demonstrated project engineering experience of mechanical / structural systems (theme park industry experience )
• 3+ years vendor management experience
• or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Requirements

• Strong analytical skills to perform engineering calculations for design, analysis, test, and implementation of mechanical, structural, hydraulic and pneumatic system modifications.
• Strong Knowledge of Mechanical, Special Effects, Flame Systems, Electrical, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic systems design and troubleshooting
• Background in design of welded structures, beam elements, welded joints, structural steels, gearing, composite materials, manufacturing, and fabrication processes as applies to AWS and AISC.
• Ability & willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays with short notice

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledgeable in OSHA, NEC, AWS, ASTM and F24 standards.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and time management skills
• Excellent technical oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of employees and management, and willingness to give assistance to co-workers in other areas. Strong team player.
• Experience working in a union environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD

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 , , , creed, , or expression, , or ancestry, citizenship, , , marital status, , 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 or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your , you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].