Assistant Director, Attractions Tech Services (Controls Engineering)

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the Controls discipline of Technical Services Engineering.
• Support enhancements, advise on maintenance and troubleshooting regimes and handle configuration control to ensure safe and reliable ride and show equipment.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the department's strategic plans, initiatives and standard operating procedures.
• Establish close partnerships with ride and show vendors, other Universal Parks and RWS’ business units to positively influence ride safety, reliability and quality.
• Lead Software Development Lifecycle processes, develop Standard Electrical Schematic Diagrams and oversee the review and execution of OEM Service Bulletins.
• Work hand-in-hand with the Mechanical Engineering team to oversee installation, key troubleshooting efforts, reliability improvements and major upgrades of amusement ride and show equipment, including automation, PLC and drives systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (Universal’s specifications, ASTM, EN13814 and BCA Amusement Ride Standards), including overseeing testing where necessary.
• Oversee storage and version control of ride and show software using approved repositories.
• Contribute and approve engineering reports, development of control system and hazard analysis, code compares, system drawings, verification and validations.
• Assume a Senior Duty Manager role from time to time supporting the wider Technical Services operations.
• Understand Singapore Amusement Ride Safety Regulations and take up the role of BCA Ride Manager when appropriate.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronic, and Computer Engineering (or related field).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a Controls / Automation / Manufacturing / Theme Park industries with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
• Knowledge and experience of a wide variety of common PLC-based systems will be an advantage (Allen Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix, SLC 500 and Siemens S7) including VFDs.
• Proficient in engineering and fault analysis and experience with installation and commissioning of complex Control Systems.
• Previous design and/or Project Management experience of complex Control systems will be an advantage.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively with a wide range of technical personnel.
• Able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously and meet dynamic demands.
• Resilient, adaptable and able to work through issues and provide solutions in a challenging and fast paced environment.
• Able to work at height and willing to take the rides, from time to time.
• Able to perform shift work, including on weekends and public holidays.