Assistant Director, Engineering & Safety (Expat to Beijing)

At Universal Creative we design develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Destinations & Experiences worldwide. Our innovative attractions immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.

Our Team Members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of whats possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together were creating a Universe of fun always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Director Engineering & Safety (Expat to Beijing) provides technical and safety direction inputs and approvals for Universal Destinations & Experiences Theme Park projects inclusive of multiple attractions. As assigned responsibilities may and likely will further include direct engineering contributions to one major development projects. Additional responsibilities and authorities include interpretation and enforcement of Universal technical requirements review of technical team performance interventional technical interface to outside design and production entities and providing technical input and direction to project risk management / risk reduction activities. Tasks include concept feasibility scope of work development and review vendor assessment and selection vendor oversight risk identification and mitigation field installation strategy oversight of field test and adjust and addition to the safety and technical aspects of the job budget schedule and creative constraints will be incorporated into all decisions.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures all Show and Ride equipment maintains the highest level of safety in accordance with Universal Specifications accepted manufacturing practices and local standards. Enforce Show and Ride technical and safety principles to provide a quality product and necessary deliverables. Support and advise Project Management on how best to achieve this goal and keep UDX Core Safety & Engineering briefed on progress and issues. Is responsible to take UPR S&E direction to the project team.
• Supervise and guide project technical personnel (indirect or direct reporting relationships).
• Drive safety improvements across all attractions. Exchange safety information across all parks and attractions. Monitor compliance with regulations and internal standards; develop new safety technologies; and ensure that safety protocols reflect theme park best practices and cutting-edge ideas. Track attraction safety.
• Review and approve contract and legal documents related to Show and Ride systems as required for project work and as authorized by Engineering and Safety management.
• Makes direct engineering contributions to projects as required relative to engineering code and standards compliance Universal Specification compliance and technical systems achievement of creative and business goals. Reviews the technical plans and results for UC projects as assigned. Enforces Universals specifications standards and technical contracting methods. Assists with Universal Patent pursuit and defense.
• Oversee ADA compliance for Shows and Rides. Participate in Access Board meetings and activities. Develop and execute innovations / inventions that provide increased accessibility.
• Contributes to communication of common engineering issues and solutions between all Universal parks. Enhances consolidated use of UDX technical resources.
• 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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Non-routine; general policies applied to frequently changing situations. Influences decisions of major nature. High degree of tact & diplomacy to obtain favorable decisions or maintain good will.

SCOPE

EDUCATION

Bachelors degree is required in Mechanical or Electrical degree is preferred in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

EXPERIENCE

10 years of Required Vendor Management experience with significant in-field installation related experience. 5 years of Theme Park specific experience is highly preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Bidding,Customer Support,Data Structures,Domestic,Fire And Gas

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1