Senior Manager, Ride & Show - RideSystems(Expat toBeijing)

Universal Studios; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Studios in Orlando seeks a Senior Manager for Ride & Show Engineering - Ride Systems to lead the delivery of innovative attractions from concept through installation and acceptance.

You will guide multidisciplinary teams, manage vendors and budgets, champion ride safety and quality, and transform creative ideas into world-class experiences.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in theme park engineering or similar complex systems.
• Experience with ride systems or integrated mechanical/electrical show tech.
• Proven vendor and contract management experience.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, fabrication, installation, test and acceptance of ride systems.
• Provide technical guidance and manage vendors and contracts.
• Oversee safety and quality standards across ride equipment and systems.
• Coordinate with facility, construction, and project teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Ride systems

Vendor management

Project management

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Aerospace/Mechatronics

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

What if your next engineering project couldinspire millions ofguests aroundthe world?

UniversalCreative is seeking a dynamic SeniorManager,Ride & Show Engineering -Ride Systems toleadthe delivery ofinnovative attractionsthatadvance ourmission ofcreating the mostcompellingentertainmentexperiencesimaginable. Thisrole combines technicalleadership,project management,and strategic collaboration toguide ride systemsfrom concept throughinstallationandacceptance.

You'll leadmultidisciplinary teams,manage vendors andproject budgets,championthe highest standards ofridesafetyandquality, and helptransformcreative ideas intoworld-class attractionsthat redefine guestexperiences.If youthrive atthe intersection ofengineeringexcellence, innovation, and immersivestorytelling,we'dloveto hear fromyou.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures all Ride equipment maintains the highest level of safety in accordance with Universal Specifications, accepted manufacturing practices and applicable standards.
• Provides technical guidance and vendor management of the design, fabrication and day-to-day detailed installation, test, and adjust activities in the field. Vendor management includes participation in all aspects of both technical and project / contract management as it applies to vendor contracts, directives, and change orders.
• Oversees all technical interaction with other project team members, vendors, sub-contractors, and other relevant 3rd parties involved with Ride systems with a focus on Mechanical systems. Develops an open working relationship with the facility & construction team and vendors to ensure a clear line of communication regarding installation, test, and adjust activities. Builds strong team cohesion and motivation within the attraction technical team.
• Oversees all technical interaction with other project team members, vendors, sub-contractors, and other relevant 3rd parties involved with Ride systems with a focus on Mechanical systems. Develops an open working relationship with the facility & construction team and vendors to ensure a clear line of communication regarding installation, test, and adjust activities. Builds strong team cohesion and motivation within the attraction technical team.
• Advises, coordinates, and is accountable for the status and engineering quality of Ride systems, including areas of risk or potential future risks.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required.

• 5+ Years: Technical experience with ride systems or other complex integrated systems required.
• Any experience in Theme Park development, construction, ride systems design or fabrication is preferred.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree in applicable technical field required (examples include, but are not limited to, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics) or equivalent demonstrated skill and experience; Advanced Degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 7+ years’ experience in direct theme park-specific technical/engineering roles supporting ride systems or other complex integrated systems required (examples include, but are not limited to (integrated mechanical systems, integrated electrical systems, integrated technical show systems) or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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

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