Description

Responsibilities
You would join a collaborative team in an open environment as we partner closely with Engineering to develop conceptual and production design packages in support of project requirements. We want your passion for providing CAD design layouts and detail drawings to support Engineering for capital and expense projects.
Every single day as a Ride & Show Mechanical Designer is different! On any one day you might:
● Work closely with Engineering to develop conceptual and production design packages in support of project requirements. Provide CAD design layouts and detail drawings to support Engineering for capital and expense projects
● Help develop and participate in project design reviews
● Perform research of background and historical data in support of identifying project requirements and developing design solutions
● Research and select proper materials, processes, and vendors to be specified for design projects
● Ensure that drawings comply with applicable codes, legislation, and regulatory requirements as well as both internal and industry standards, including state specific ride law
● Review design packages with vendors and shops for conformance with design documentation
● Work with Engineers and Senior Designers to ensure as-built drawings and other project documentation are properly detailed and submitted into the electronic data management system (EDMS) for archival and are subsequently properly updated
● Stay abreast of new technologies and best practices regarding designs, materials, and products by sharing knowledge and lessons learned
● Carry out routine work, with established procedures and instructions under immediate supervision
● Complete redline drawings as directed by responsible Engineers

Required Qualifications (Please apply if you have):
● 2+ years of design experience as a Designer or degreed Engineer in a design environment working in a multi‐discipline, technical, team setting
● Introductory SolidWorks and AutoCAD experience (professional training and/or certification) in both modeling and drawing creation
● General engineering and mechanical design skills, including manufacturing practices and processes
● Knowledge of materials (metals, composites, plastics), welding, finish processes, ASME standards (Y14 and Y14.5), and engineering documentation skills
● Passion for understanding and maintaining design elements of park wide ride experiences, animatronic figures, and show mechanical equipment.
● Additional passion for understanding and maintaining design elements of various transportation systems such as Steam Trains, Boats, Monorails and Buses.
● Ability to understand basic machine assemblies and power systems and effectively translate on to paper via CAD or physical drawings.
● Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
● Demonstrated interpersonal, problem solving, analytical, time management, and organizational skills with the ability to effectively communicate to all levels of management
● Ability to work independently on multiple projects & priorities as well as within a team in a high-paced environment, and seek guidance/approval with on-going communication
● Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
● Aptitude to quickly learn computer software packages

Additional Qualifications (It would be nice if you also have):
● 2+ years' experience in a theme park design environment
● Reliability centered maintenance experience

Required Education
● Two (2) or more years of college (mechanical engineering or engineering technology courses) preferably with an Associates or higher-level degree, or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Education
• Four (4) or more years of college with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited University
• Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP)
● GD&T professional training and/or certification
● Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent

Key Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree