Senior Electrical Controls Engineer – Amusement Rides

S&S Worldwide Inc.; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

S&S Worldwide, Inc, the largest manufacturer of roller coasters and thrill rides, is seeking a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to design, develop and supervise controls systems for amusement rides. You will develop PLC programs for ride operations and perform on-site start-up.

The role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, extensive PLC experience with Allen-Bradley hardware, and willingness to travel globally to install and commission projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience designing control systems.
• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Practical experience in software design for control systems.
• Familiarity with PLCs, motion control, sensors, actuators, and user interfaces.
• 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 and Functional Safety principles.
• 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

Controls engineering

PLC programming

Electrical design

Field start-up

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Travel readiness

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley hardware

Pneumatic control systems

Job description

S&S Worldwide, Inc, the largest manufacturer of roller coasters and thrill rides, is seeking a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to design, develop and supervise controls systems for amusement rides. You will develop PLC programs for ride operations and perform on-site start-up.

The role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, extensive PLC experience with Allen-Bradley hardware, and willingness to travel globally to install and commission projects.