Senior Illusion Maker, Surface Development at The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Entertainment, Theme ParksIndustries

Requirements

Experience with and proficiency in Solidworks
Understanding of Design X, Magics and Rhino
5+ years of experience in Audio Animatronic figure tooling, shell and skin design and fabrication
Strong knowledge of plastic and skin material properties
Understanding of how to read and evaluate material Safety Data Sheets and Technical Data Sheets
3D printing experience and knowledge of processes, materials, etc
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other disciplines
Strong understanding (inferred from context)

Responsibilities

Digital design of 3D printed shells for complicated Audio Animatronic figures
Digital design of 3D printed tooling for complicated Audio Animatronic figure parts
Fabrication, assembly and clean-up of 3D printed, fiberglass, cast, vacuum form, and silicone skins and parts
Troubleshoot, test, evaluate and modify figure shells, parts, skins and tooling as needed
Design and fabricate plastic parts for longevity and with maintenance in mind
Problem solve, mock-up and test solutions for complex plastic part issues
Document and archive shell, skin and tooling digital files per project requirements
Partner with the Figure Finishing, Mechanical and Electrical teams to ensure that the costumes are part of the overall integrated figure system
Collaborate with the WDI Creative teams (including with I.P. partners at Walt Disney Animation Studio, Pixar, Lucasfilm and Marvel) to develop the figure shells and skins and to ensure that they meet the creative intent and overall look of the show
Collaborate with Dimensional Design’s digital and physical sculptors to ensure shell clearances, thickness, shapes, offsets, etc., are all considered during the sculpt and model development phase
Develop tooling, shell and skin estimates, along with Surface Development design and production schedules
Work with vendors and suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries
Willingness to travel (including internationally) as required
Train our park maintenance partners in the installation, removal, handling and care of the Audio Animatronic figure shells, skins, props, etc
Ability to develop and author standards and guidelines related to Surface Development products and deliverables