Job Summary: Animax Designs creates extraordinary three-dimensional characters for the themed entertainment, location-based entertainment, commercial, film, and television industries. We are currently seeking interns for our Summer 2024 Internship program!
The Mechanical Design Engineering Intern is a paid internship during Summer 2024. This individual will assist with the development of mid-to-high level complexity electro-mechanical animatronic/animated figure designs for the entertainment industry. The ideal intern will have a strong grasp of mechanism design, drafting, and assembly of complex mechanical systems as well as structural analysis of said systems.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Assist with design and manufacturing support of components and complex assemblies in Solidworks from initial concept to production release.
Assist with the management of high-complexity models/configurations in Solidworks efficiently and effectively in order to work with our creative department who uses Maya/ZBrush
Accomplish rigid body dynamic simulation in Solidworks to appropriately size actuators and support internal inertial-based analysis efforts
Develop high precision drawings for complex machined components and weldments
Daily collaboration with the design team and other departments throughout the design and build of animated figures (animatronics.)
Adhere to Animax best practices for design, as well as reading, interpreting and implementing customer-based requirements
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Must be currently enrolled in college/university or a recent 2023 college graduate, preferably in Mechanical Engineering or related degree
Must be at least 18 years old and able to work in the USA legally
Strong computer skills including knowledge and use of all Microsoft Office programs
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
Experience with data management software (PDM) for Solidworks or equivalent modeling environment.
Ability to work within a team environment
Excellent soft skills and ability to communicate across a diverse range of skilled co-workers
Preferred Skills
Strong grasp of machining (preferably hands-on) and tolerancing/drafting for the manufacture of precision equipment.
A good understanding of hand calculation and FEA based fatigue/ultimate load structural analysis methods.
Knowledge of Maya, ZBrush, or other digital sculpting software
Themed Entertainment Industry Experience, specifically in ride system or animated figure (animatronic) design.
Working at Animax Designs Creating extraordinary 3D characters takes a unique and diverse team all working together through creativity, commitment, and collaboration. Our team works together to uphold our reputation of providing unparalleled design, leading-edge technology, and superior craftsmanship for our clients. Join the team that brings the world’s favorite characters to life.