Senior Build Lead - Animatronics

We7re Weta Workshop-- a design and manufacture facility making imaginary worlds a reality... from creatures to costumes, make-up to miniatures, weapons, vehicles, worlds and more! Our crew strive each day to push the boundaries of what can be achieved with physical effects. Our Animatronics team have worked on a number of great projects - and we\'re now seeking a Senior Build Lead 1 Animatronics to join us for 12 months to work across 3 more exciting projects. Its a hands-on role, bridging the engineering bench and the workshop floor - interpreting technical drawings, driving DFM and DFA feedback back to the engineering team, and getting complex animatronic builds physically together with precision and care. Day to day, youll be: Executing the mechanical assembly of advanced humanoid and creature animatronics, ensuring fit, finish, and function meet the design intent. Interpreting detailed technical drawings, GD&T, BOMs, and multi-level CAD assemblies to plan, sequence, and de-risk builds. Critiquing engineering models and directly modifying engineering CAD models where necessary Documenting and notating builds thoroughly to ensure builds are repeatable and serviceable. Identifying any issues and resolving them with engineers quickly. We need someone with proven experience in the mechanical assembly of complex, precision mechanisms (robotics, animatronics, prototypes, motion control, or equivalent). Youll also be able to show you have: A strong ability to read and interpret technical GD&T, and multi-level CAD assemblies Working proficiency in OnShape, or at least one major CAD package Solid understanding of DFM and DFA principles, with a demonstrated track record of providing constructive, well-reasoned feedback to design engineers Hands-on workshop skills with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and bench fitting techniques Youll also need excellent attention to detail and a well-documented approach to assembly and notation. Additional info This is a 12-month fixed term role, based in Miramar, Wellington. You can reach out to [email protected] for further details. #J-18808-Ljbffr