Service Engineer

Premier Rides; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Rides in St. Petersburg, FL seeks a motivated Mechanical/Electrical Engineer with 2–5 years of experience in amusement ride machinery. The role focuses on mechanical and electrical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, control systems, and project management.

This on-site position requires reading engineering drawings, expediting tasks, and coordinating with the project team. The candidate will manage service projects, review designs for safety and reliability, and contribute to setup and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in mechanical and/or electrical applications related to amusement ride machinery.
• Strong background in pneumatics, hydraulics, control systems, and power distribution.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand complex ride mechanisms.
• Proven ability to manage service projects and coordinate with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Review mechanical and electrical system designs for performance, safety, and reliability.
• Manage service projects and coordinate with project administration team.
• Review engineering drawings and write set-up and maintenance procedures.
• Monitor action item lists and ensure deadlines are met.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Reading engineering drawings

Project management

Communication skills

Team player

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SOLIDWORKS

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and energetic self-starter with a background in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering with a strong practical background.

Successful candidate must have a minimum of 2-5 years’ experience in mechanical and/or electrical applications related to AMUSEMENT RIDE MACHINERY. Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, human factors, construction, welding, fasteners, machining, bearings, wheels, conveyance systems, control systems, power distribution, electrical systems, motors and motor control systems is desired. This position is based in St. Petersburg, FL. No Remote.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Experienced in mechanical and/or electrical systems
• Detail-oriented, organized, strong written / verbal communication skills. Fluency in additional language(s) a plus.
• Ability to implement service projects
• Strong expediting and project management skills
• Must have a strong technical background in the amusement industry
• Possess practical skills with knowledge in vehicles, hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics, braking systems, and motor/gearbox assemblies
• Be able to read engineering drawings and understand the technical complexities of theme park rides
• Motivated team player
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, and SOLIDWORKS. Knowledge of MS Project a plus.
• Works well under pressure, willingness to meet tight deadlines.
• Multi-tasker who is able to adjust to always changing priorities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review mechanical and electrical system designs for performance, reliability, maintainability, and safety.
• Manage Service Projects
• Review Engineering Drawings
• Write Set-Up and Maintenance Procedures
• Monitor action item lists and ensure deadlines are met
• Coordinate with project administration team
• Ensure continuity of work flow and accountability for task completion
• Must be willing to the hours required to complete tasks, including evenings and weekends, depending on workload.
• Domestic and international travel is part of the normal working environment. A current passport is required.
• A U.S. Work Authorization is required.

Must be based in St. Petersburg, FL. A minimum education requirement of a B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering is required. M.S. and P.E. License is a plus.