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JOB SUMMARY:

The Associate Project Engineer, GAP support a team of Project Engineering professionals in a variety of disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical and Controls). Support project’s scope, schedules, and budget. Work with multiple vendors and provide technical support. Organize and establish effective project management, design decisions and deliverables. Effectively manage project changes and eliminate challenges between Stakeholders. Develop technical solutions in a diverse assortment of venues and systems throughout Universal Destinations & Experiences (UDX) venues. Provide guidance to various Stakeholders relating to best practices and compliance with UDX standards/specifications. The Associate Project Engineer will participate in verification and validation testing in support of the Project Engineer.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the design, production, fabrication, installation, focus, programming, commission, and turnover of systems for a venue. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to assigned project team.
• Support as requested the development of project scopes, schedules, and budgets. Promote intra-departmental and external partnerships.
• Work with the Project Engineer to develop documents and schedules for Capital and Expense Program.
• Supports Scopes of Work (SOW), Request for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), Specifications, and/or other contractual documentation.
• Provide updates to GAP Leadership, and stakeholders all levels.
• Accountable for understanding policies and procedures that align with GAP’s mission, vision and charter.
• Provide superior communication skills (Written and Verbal) with the ability to present clear, concise, and appropriate information at all levels of the UDX organization.
• Participate in training of Systems including Design improvements, Document Changes, Bulletins, SharePoint, MAXIMO, PMWeb, etc.
• Review FMEAs and Safety Risk Assessments for new and existing Venues and Scope of Work for contracts and projects. Review all improvements to insure they follow all applicable codes, regulations and standards including ISO, IEC, AISC, ASME, ASTM, ANSI, AWS, NEC, OSHA, NFPA, F24 and IEEE standards.
• Learn from Subject Matter Experts in multiple disciplines for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic or control systems.
• Review designs and documentation from vendors/contractors ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and specifications.
• Support Acceptance Test Procedures for Venues. Provide knowledge of Venues’ Theory of Operations, feasibility for renovation, design, start-up integration, day-to-day operating, and improving operational readiness for all Venues.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors’ degree in applicable technical field required or equivalent demonstrated skill and experience is required.
• Advanced Degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1+ years’ experience in direct theme park specific technical/engineering roles required or similar experience in related technical field.
• Significant vendor management experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Some global travel may be required (less than 30%).

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

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