Senior Animatronics Mechanical Engineer - Lead Design Build

LF Studios; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A design and fabrication studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking a full-time Engineer to join their design team. You will be responsible for leading a small team in developing animated figures through the full lifecycle, integrating mechanical design with electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, along with significant experience in mechanical design and animatronics. Hands-on problem-solving skills and the ability to lead effectively are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5 years of mechanical design and analysis experience.
• 2 years of animatronic design experience within the themed entertainment industry.
• Experience in creating positive team morale while driving to a complete product.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team through the development of animated figures.
• Audit mechanical designs for best practices.
• Use SolidWorks to design animated figures.

Skills

Mechanical design

Animatronic design

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

DFM (Design for Manufacturing)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related technical fields

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

A design and fabrication studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking a full-time Engineer to join their design team. You will be responsible for leading a small team in developing animated figures through the full lifecycle, integrating mechanical design with electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, along with significant experience in mechanical design and animatronics. Hands-on problem-solving skills and the ability to lead effectively are essential for this role.