Mechanical Designer

Magnus Filmworks LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Magnus Filmworks LLC seeks a Mechanical Designer to develop detailed mechanical designs and drawings for entertainment-focused structures, mechanisms, and systems. You will create and revise CAD models, perform basic calculations, and collaborate with engineers, fabricators, and production teams to ensure safety and performance.

The role supports R&D activities, evaluates materials, and iterates designs based on testing feedback.

Qualifikationen

• Strong technical drawing and drafting skills.
• Proficiency in machine design and mechanical engineering fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with CAD tools for 3D modeling and 2D detailing.
• Background in R&D, including prototyping, testing, and iterative design.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate design intent clearly.
• Safety-conscious and committed to standards and quality in design and fabrication.
• Experience in entertainment, live events, special effects, or themed environments is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Create and revise CAD models and technical drawings for entertainment-focused structures, mechanisms, and systems.
• Perform basic mechanical calculations and ensure designs meet performance, safety, and budget requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, fabricators, and production teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support R&D activities, evaluate materials and components, and iterate designs based on testing feedback.
• Prepare documentation for fabrication and assembly; troubleshoot design issues during build and installation; maintain design standards across projects.

Kenntnisse

Technical drawing

Machine design

CAD modeling

R&D & prototyping

Team collaboration

Safety standards

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Company Description

Magnus Filmworks LLC specializes in designing and fabricating mechanical systems and structures for extreme entertainment projects. The company focuses on innovative design solutions that support complex, high-impact productions. Rapid fabrication capabilities enable fast turnaround from concept to deployment, while maintaining rigorous safety standards. Team members collaborate closely with creative and technical stakeholders to deliver reliable, performance-ready mechanical designs. Magnus Filmworks offers a hands-on environment for professionals who thrive on solving challenging mechanical problems in dynamic settings.

Role Description

The Mechanical Designer will work part time to full time working remotely but able to come to our offices in Tempe, AZ for meetings or when larger projects with tight deadlines come in, developing detailed mechanical designs and drawings for entertainment-focused structures, mechanisms, and systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include creating and revising CAD models and technical drawings, performing basic mechanical calculations, and collaborating with engineers, fabricators, and production teams to ensure designs meet performance, safety, and budget requirements. The role involves supporting research and development activities, evaluating materials and components, and iterating designs based on testing and feedback. The Mechanical Designer will also prepare documentation for fabrication and assembly, assist with troubleshooting design issues during build and installation, and help maintain design standards and best practices across projects.

Qualifications

• Strong technical drawing and drafting skills, with the ability to produce clear, precise mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency in machine design and mechanical engineering fundamentals, including materials, mechanisms, and structural considerations.
• Hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) tools for 3D modeling and 2D detailing.
• Background in research and development (R&D), including prototyping, testing, and iterative design improvement.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and communicate design intent clearly.
• Attention to safety, compliance with relevant standards, and commitment to quality in design and fabrication.
• Experience in entertainment, live events, special effects, or themed environments is a plus.