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ANIMAX · 1 day ago

Mechanical Engineer II

positionNashville, TN
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

ANIMAX is a creative company specializing in designing animatronic and puppet characters for the themed entertainment industry. The Mechanical Engineer II will apply engineering skills to design and validate custom electromechanical systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring imaginative concepts to life while ensuring reliability and precision.

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Responsibilities

Design, validate, and document custom electromechanical systems (linkage-driven, actuated, etc.) using SolidWorks
Collaborate cross-functionally with creatives, engineers, and clients
Develop 3D models, detailed assemblies, and fabrication drawings
Integrate mechanical designs with controls, figure finish, and maintenance considerations
Perform mathematical, structural, and dynamic analyses (FEA, RBD, etc)
Manage documentation, BOMs, and vendor coordination
Navigate complex customer restrictions concerning design aspects (i.e., materials, hardware, allowed approaches, etc)
Develop FAR and SLHA assessments
Support installation and commissioning of characters on-site
Work with Legacy designs to bring them up to present-day standard
Contribute to continuous improvement of design practices

Qualification

SolidWorksMechanical systemsGD&TPDM systemsThemed entertainment experienceMultitasking skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited or equivalent)
5–10 years of relevant engineering experience; themed entertainment preferred
Proficiency in SolidWorks and PDM systems
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, GD&T, and modern manufacturing
Excellent communication, multitasking, and collaboration skills
Must submit a portfolio demonstrating relevant work applicable to animatronics and/or the Themed Entertainment industry

Benefits

401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Company

ANIMAX

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Animax is the creative robotic entertainment powerhouse behind some of the largest themed experiences and global intellectual properties around the world.
dateFounded in 1989
location
Nashville, Tennessee, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://animaxdesigns.com/

H1B Sponsorship

ANIMAX has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2023 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2020-01-13Acquired

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