Introduction

Visium Resources has been asked to identify qualified candidates for this Sr. Mechanical Engineer position. This position is a contract opportunity which is expected to be on-site for a duration of 18 Months in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

Summary

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the development, management, and execution of various engineering projects, that may involve various types of theme park attractions including but not limited to roller coasters, round rides, omni movers, water flume rides, animatronics, parade floats, transportation, hotels and resorts. You will work alongside other mechanical engineers, designers and ride control engineers and will be performing design reviews with Design Assurance, Operations, Maintenance, and Safety. You will also report out to Facilities Asset Management and other stakeholders on the progress on your projects.

Primary responsibilities include performing job captain duties on small to large projects such as design, component specification, engineering and hazard analysis, manufacturing support, installation, acceptance testing, post turnover support and general project management. Other responsibilities include mentoring engineers and providing second set of eyes support to ensure compliance with the design workflow process, standards, and codes.

Usually works with minimum supervision, conferring with leaders on unusual matters. Assignments are broad in nature, requiring originality and ingenuity. Has appreciable latitude for un-reviewed action and decision.

Required:

• Minimum five (5) years proven experience in design of heavy mechanical equipment such as large conveyance systems, automotive or large robotic systems.
• Demonstrated strong relationship skills working with technical groups and multidiscipline teams.
• Demonstrated strong partnering skills with stakeholders and customers.
• Proven record of strong leadership skills with good coaching abilities.
• Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing Engineering and Design software such as AutoCad or SolidWorks.
• Demonstrated proficiency in performing classical and/or computer-based engineering analysis utilizing hand calculations, FEA software or MathCAD.
• Proven experience utilizing design standards including AWS, DIN, ASTM, SAE and ASME standards.
• Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field of engineering to completion of difficult assignments.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Sciences or Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university.

Preferred:

• Minimum (3) years proven experience with Theme Park design standards or equivalent and ASTM F24.
• Demonstrated five (5) years amusement industry mechanical engineer design experience, gravity coasters, round rides, dark rides, omni movers.

Preferred Education:

• Master's degree in engineering or MBA.