Mechanical Design Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and engineer custom solutions for never-before-seen entertainment technology, set piece design and industrial applications
• Meet with clients and design teams to understand project application
• Create 2D sketches or preliminary drawings to communicate initial concept design
• Consult engineering and manufacturing teammates to ensure design feasibility
• Specific attention to electrical design principles and design considerations for integration of electronic components and/or scenic and lighting components
• Collaborate with design department to ensure original design intent is being carried out by the engineered design
• Create 3D models in CAD, Solidworks highly preferred
• Preform necessary calculations and analysis to validate design
• Create a complete and comprehensive drawing package for final designs, present designs to greater engineering team for complete design review
• Identify and select appropriate materials for design and fabrication
• Provide Project Managers with materials and time cost estimates for fabrication process
• Provide recommendation as to which fabrication functions should be completed by in-house team and which functions should be sent out-of-house
• Assist with vendor identification and relationship building
• Create project Bill of Materials with associated project fabrication budget
• Continuously conduct research into new technologies, methods, and applications to inform project design and engineering
• Ensure proper project documentation and high-quality deliverables to clients

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or Industrial Design required
• 2+ years of experience in similar Design Engineering role
• Proficiency in CAD, Solidworks experience highly preferred
• Ability to work both on tight timelines associated with the fast-paced entertainment industry; as well as long lead time permanent installations for themed entertainment/ museum-based projects
• Sound knowledge of mechanical design principles, high level of attention to detail, analytical and ability to creative problem solve
• Ability to create designs into practical real-world engineered solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and Apple Keynote
• Strong work ethic and team-based mentality

Benefits

• Aetna Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Time Off Program
• Paid Holidays
• John Hancock 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Dependent Care FSA Program
• CE Allowance