Animatronics Controls Engineer for Interactive Experiences

LF Studios; Hazelwood (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LF Studios is seeking a Controls Specialist to design, program, and optimize control systems for animatronics and entertainment robotics. You will integrate electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic motion systems while collaborating with clients worldwide.

The role requires travel for on-site installations, troubleshooting, and close work with mechanical engineers, creative leads, and project managers to ensure seamless integration and durability of systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited school.
• Experience using or willingness to learn the required software.
• Knowledge of codes related to electronic engineering.
• Proficient in CAD design and calculation software. Minimum 2 years in electrical engineering or related field.
• Solid understanding of pneumatics, electric motors, and circuits.
• Willingness to travel for installations and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement control systems for animatronics, integrating mechanical, electrical, and software components.
• Perform engineering tasks using CAD or engineering software.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, creative leads, and project managers for seamless integration.
• Use CAD to design control layouts, schematics, and component assemblies.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements through coordination of manufacturing, installation, maintenance, documentation, support, and testing.
• Prepare specifications for purchases of electrical equipment and materials.
• Program and configure control architectures, with Weigl Controls experience a plus.
• Build enclosures and electromechanical systems optimized for durability and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex circuitry and control challenges.
• Travel to client sites for installations, troubleshooting, and technical support.
• Adapt to evolving project scopes with creative problem-solving.

Skills

Control system design

Programming control architectures

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Weigl Controls

Job description

LF Studios is seeking a Controls Specialist to design, program, and optimize control systems for animatronics and entertainment robotics. You will integrate electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic motion systems while collaborating with clients worldwide.

The role requires travel for on-site installations, troubleshooting, and close work with mechanical engineers, creative leads, and project managers to ensure seamless integration and durability of systems.