Senior Controls Engineer – Amusement Ride Systems

S&S Worldwide, Inc.; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

S&S Worldwide, Inc., the largest manufacturer of roller coasters and thrill rides, is seeking a full-time Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to design, develop and supervise all aspects of controls systems for amusement rides and roller coasters. The engineer will develop PLC programs for ride operations, perform on-site start-up, troubleshoot issues, validate/test programs, and enhance programs in the field.

This role requires timely ride design documentation and strong client relations.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years experience designing control systems.
• S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering and/or controls from an accredited institution.
• Practical experience in software design for control systems.
• Familiarity with PLCs, motion control systems, sensor and actuator technologies, and user interfaces and implementation criteria.
• Knowledge of Allen-Bradley hardware, architecture and software.
• Knowledge of pneumatic control systems and devices.
• Experience with design, modification and interpretation of electrical and pneumatic schematics.
• Knowledge of common electrical codes.
• Knowledge of Functional Safety principles and associated codes.
• Extensive worldwide travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Development of functional specifications, risk assessments and documentation for amusement rides or devices.
• Hardware and software development of control systems.
• Lead new amusement ride installation and commissioning activities.
• Perform on-site start-up of amusement rides or devices.
• Troubleshoot and correct hardware and software issues during ride start-up or service activities.
• Perform and document ride enhancements in the field.
• Establishment of good working relationships with clients, consultants, and company personnel.
• Specification, installation and troubleshooting of field instrumentation and control devices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

PLCs

Motion control systems

Sensor & actuator tech

User interfaces

Implementation criteria

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering/Controls

Job description

S&S Worldwide, Inc., the largest manufacturer of roller coasters and thrill rides, is seeking a full-time Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to design, develop and supervise all aspects of controls systems for amusement rides and roller coasters. The engineer will develop PLC programs for ride operations, perform on-site start-up, troubleshoot issues, validate/test programs, and enhance programs in the field.

This role requires timely ride design documentation and strong client relations.