Sr. Mechanical Engineer

S&S Worldwide Inc, the largest U.S. manufacturer of roller coasters and high-thrill amusement rides located in North Logan, UT is calling all Senior Mechanical Engineers to apply to join our amazing team.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

We are a manufacturing company that invests in our team and offers real opportunities for career growth. This position works a full-time schedule with every other Friday off and earns a top salary. We provide our team with competitive benefits and perks, including

• Generous bonus program
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• Accident Insurance
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match to 4%
• Paid holidays
• 80 hours of paid time off (PTO) each year.

We also make it easy to apply. If we have your attention, please continue reading!

Job Summary:

A Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the design and analysis of major amusement rides; and provides technical oversight and direction for other Mechanical Engineering team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist in definition of mechanical system performance requirements, concept generation, FMEAs, design review, and selection.
• Participate in hazard analyses (risk assessments) for new rides or new ride functions. Document safety hazards, mitigation methods, and system reliability.
• Perform stress analysis of mechanical structures and components using finite element analysis (FEA) and classical strength-of-material (SOM) calculations. Estimate component factors of safety against loading failure and fatigue.
• Create stress analysis reports to document ride component strength and fatigue life conform to industry code requirements.
• Review, analyze, and report on test data (accelerometer data, strain gage data).
• Participate in or lead engineering design reviews with customers and 3rd-party reviewers.
• Mentor other Mechanical Engineering team members.
• Other duties may include feasibility and safety testing, research and development, and team leadership and/or management of designers, drafters, and other engineers.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job function. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by S&S Worldwide. The employee must possess the essential knowledge and skills described below.

Requirements

• S. or M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years practical post-grad experience in mechanical equipment design, stress analysis, and verifications using governing codes and standards.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical design and engineering techniques and ability to apply accepted engineering standards to custom projects.
• Experience preparing schematic or conceptual layouts.
• Ability to develop realistic construction cost estimates.
• Solid computer skills, including SolidWorks and AutoCad.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively with engineering team members and customers.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally occasionally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license.
• 10+ years practical post-grad experience in performing mechanical systems design and analysis.
• Design experience in multiple-disciplinary projects, coordinating with mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering processes.
• Experience with international design standards.
• Experience in preparing project documentation and maintenance manuals.

Demonstrated success in team leadership and managing other engineering professionals.