Senior Animatronics Mechanical Lead Engineer

LF Studios; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative design studio in Cincinnati seeks an experienced Engineer to lead engineering efforts for animated figures. Responsibilities include overseeing project lifecycles, managing teams, and ensuring quality control. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, significant design experience, and strong troubleshooting skills. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• 9 years of mechanical design and analysis experience.
• 4 years of animatronic design experience in themed entertainment.
• 3 years of leadership experience in technical and functional roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts as the point of contact for customers.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of animated figure development.
• Troubleshoot and resolve assembly and performance issues.

Skills

Mechanical design

Animatronic design

Technical leadership

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related fields

Tools

SolidWorks

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Rigid Body Dynamic Simulations (RBDs)

Job description

A creative design studio in Cincinnati seeks an experienced Engineer to lead engineering efforts for animated figures. Responsibilities include overseeing project lifecycles, managing teams, and ensuring quality control. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, significant design experience, and strong troubleshooting skills. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a vibrant environment.