Relevant knowledge and work experience with Solidworks
2+ years of experience in audio-animatronics mold, shell, and skin design and fabrication
Expertise in plastic and skin material properties
Ability to read and evaluate material safety data sheets and technical data sheets
3D printing experience, including knowledge of processes and materials
Ability to collaborate effectively with other professionals
Strong planning and organizational skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving and divergent thinking abilities
Knowledge and experience in operating and maintaining 3D printers
Knowledge and experience in 3D printed parts fabrication
Knowledge in matrix mold fabrication
Knowledge in epoxy resin mold fabrication
At least 2 years of experience in plastic, mold, and parts design and fabrication
University or college degree or equivalent work experience
Willingness to travel as needed (including international travel)
Responsibilities
Provide digital design for 3D printed shells of complex audio-animatronics figures
Provide digital design for 3D printed molds of complex audio-animatronics figure parts
Fabricate, assemble, and clean 3D printed parts
Fabricate, assemble, and clean fiberglass parts
Fabricate, assemble, and clean cast parts
Fabricate, assemble, and clean vacuum-formed parts
Fabricate and clean silicone skins
Troubleshoot, test, evaluate, and modify shells, parts, skins, and molds as needed
Design and fabricate durable, maintainable plastic parts
Solve complex plastic parts issues, create models, and test solutions
Archive digital files for shells, skins, and molds per project requirements
Coordinate with puppet surface team and electromechanical team to ensure shells and skins integrate into the overall puppet system
Develop shells and skins to meet creative intent and overall show effect
Collaborate with dimensional design digital and physical sculptors to consider shell gaps, thickness, shape, tolerances, etc., in sculpting and model development
Provide estimates for molds, shells, and skins
Provide surface design and production plans
Work according to established schedules and budgets
Source and order materials
Train park maintenance teams on installation, removal, handling, and maintenance of audio-animatronics shells, skins, and props
Participate in developing standards and guidelines for surface design products and deliverables
Skills
SolidWorks
Rhino
Design X
Magics
3D Printing
Fiberglass Manufacturing
Casting
Vacuum Forming
Silicone Skin
Mold Design
Epoxy Resin Molds
Matrix Molds
Plastics Fabrication
Animatronics Design
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