Image Engineering

Delivers live event visuals, lighting, effects

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeValencia, Santa Clarita, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Engineering or Industrial Design is required.
At least 2 years of experience in a similar design engineering role is required.
Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) is required.
Ability to work on tight timelines in the fast-paced entertainment industry and on long-lead-time permanent installations for themed entertainment or museum-based projects is required.
Knowledge of mechanical design principles, attention to detail, analytical ability, and creative problem-solving ability are required.
Ability to turn designs into practical, real-world engineered solutions is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Apple Keynote is required.
A strong work ethic and team-based mentality are required.

Responsibilities

Design and engineer custom solutions for new entertainment technology, set-piece design, and industrial applications.
Meet with clients and design teams to understand project applications.
Create 2D sketches or preliminary drawings to communicate initial concepts.
Consult with engineering and manufacturing teammates to ensure design feasibility.
Apply electrical design principles and considerations for integrating electronic, scenic, and lighting components.
Collaborate with the design department to ensure the engineered design carries out the original design intent.
Create 3D models in CAD.
Perform calculations and analysis to validate designs.
Create comprehensive drawing packages for final designs and present designs to the engineering team for design review.
Identify and select appropriate materials for design and fabrication.
Provide project managers with material and time-cost estimates for fabrication.
Recommend which fabrication functions should be completed in-house and which should be outsourced.
Assist with vendor identification and relationship building.
Create project bills of materials with associated fabrication budgets.
Research new technologies, methods, and applications to inform project design and engineering.
Ensure proper project documentation and high-quality client deliverables.

Desired Qualifications

SolidWorks experience is highly preferred.

Description

Image Engineering was founded as a company that pushes boundaries, develops new ideas through design, engineering and fabrication, and is a leader in the visual display and special effects industry. Our strength lies in the broad range of techniques we use to create first class spectaculars including laser effects, video projection and mapping, pyrotechnics, architectural lighting installs and custom constructed sets and props. We have worked all over the United States completing over thousands of projects in the field of creative multimedia shows for clients such as Rihanna, Jay Z, Tiesto, Lady Gaga, America’s Got Talent and multiple professional sports franchises in the NFL, NBA and NHL. We have also created permanent and temporary interactive installations for world class venues including the Staples Center, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and Walt Disney World.

Our competitive advantage lies in our ability to design bespoke solutions to complex entertainment-based projects.

Our engineering team works within tight timelines and exacting constraints to bring client’s visions to life and wow audiences worldwide. The Mechanical Design Engineer is the first step in our process of taking an idea or design and making it reality. We are looking for a dedicated engineer interested in joining Image Engineering to design and engineer the next cutting edge entertainment technology, whether for game day presentation on an NFL field, a tour for a musical artist or permanent installation in a themed entertainment environment. This individual would report to TASC in Santa Clarita, CA, Monday through Friday during our normal business hours. Overtime and travel may be required based on need.

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
...and more!

About the Company

Image Engineering

Delivers live event visuals, lighting, effects

Image Engineering designs and delivers multimedia live experiences. It combines graphic design, videography, engineering, and creative production to plan and execute events such as corporate gatherings, live TV, tours, stadium shows, and LED installations. Its toolkit includes video mapping, intelligent lighting, lasers, artificial snow, pyrotechnics, special effects, and custom-built sets, then integrates these elements into a cohesive production across venues. The company differentiates itself through its broad, end-to-end capabilities, long track record since 1979, and experience delivering nationwide laser, pyrotechnic, and LED installations as well as permanent lighting projects. The goal is to turn clients’ visions into immersive, sensory-rich experiences for audiences while handling all stages from concept to final build and installation.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Baltimore, MD
Founded: 1998

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