
演出布景机械工程师 – 机动人偶 Show Mechanical Engineer-Animatronics
Job Summary:
职位名称: 演出布景机械工程师 – 机动人偶
部门:华特迪士尼幻想工程,演出布景系统部门,机动人偶
汇报给: 机动人偶部门经理 / 演出布景部门执行高管
简介:
华特迪士尼幻想工程是迪士尼乐园和度假区业务部门的一部分,负责总体规划、创意开发、设计、工程、生产、项目管理以及研发。其富有才华的幻想工程师团队代表150多个专业,负责所有迪士尼度假区、主题乐园和景点、房地产开发、区域娱乐场所和新媒体项目的创建 – 从概念启动到安装和调试。
演出布景系统团队帮助设想并创造我们游客欢享的许多神奇时刻。我们的团队负责在整个生命周期内提供世界级的发声机动人偶、演出布景机动设备和特效。我们与各个专业合作,协助交付高质量的产品。从概念设计到生产和安装,我们的流程和工具都为我们提供帮助。
机动人偶生产部门负责高度原型化和尖端演出布景系统的设计、加工、组装、故障排除、安装和调试。技术人员经常被要求在多个现场支持复杂的模型,并参与新建或翻新景点的安装。这些是动手操作的技术岗位,需要接受过各专业的高级培训。
基本职责描述:
执行与演出布景机械系统(发声机动人偶、演出布景机动设备等)相关的机械加工工程任务。这些系统必须具备耐用性、长寿命、可靠性和安全性。
在团队中执行各种制造任务:制定生产策略,制造并组装复杂的原型机械系统,确保质量控制,并紧跟行业标准和先进技术。
核心职能和责任:
- 使用金属、塑料和复合材料等材料,开展发声机动人偶的机械部件和系统的设计、原型制作和加工
- 负责审阅、开发并跟踪设计,直至成功完成并投入运营
- 识别设计冲突,并根据需要解决并修改机械元件要求
- 检查零件、焊接件、组装件和接口的详细图纸
- 负责向首席演出布景机械工程师提交生产替换方案并绘制红线图
- 监督承包商的设计活动,在生产和安装过程中提供指导,并解决承包商之间的技术冲突
- 协助确定详细的工作计划和优先事项
- 推广并倡导安全的工作环境
- 按要求为机械元件承包商提供支持,并验证首件组装和台架测试
- 参照合同技术要求审查承包商制造文件
- 在产品制造或安装范围内构思并创新机动人偶范围的解决方案
- 审阅材料认证、质量保证和质量控制报告和其它所需文件
- 负责机械零件的质量保证和质量控制,如需要
- 负责指定发声机动人偶的加工、机械组装、组装和调试
- 准备并审阅测试和调整计划及程序
- 可根据需要监督现场技术人员和支持人员组成的小团队
- 根据要求验证机械元件性能
- 审阅最终的演出布景机械元件承包商文件并准备/审阅竣工图
- 对照交付成果审查最终的机械元件测试、调整并验收测试文件
- 排除故障并解决安装冲突、干扰和其他问题
- 支持演出布景机械元件操作员和维护培训,以及控制系统测试和调试
- 与其他专业密切合作,包括演出布景机械工程师、电气工程师、表面开发、人偶饰面、演出布景控制工程师、演出布景软件工程师和程序员,为顺利集成提供支持
基本资历:
- 3年以上精密机械制造、组装、检验和安装相关工作经验
- 能够阅读和理解深化图并使用SolidWorks
- 对物理力学有深入的理解
- 了解迪士尼和行业的质量保证和质量控制程序和政策
- 了解材料和焊接方法
- 具备机械和电气系统的工作知识
- 基本木工技能
- 高级钳工证书
- 对机械设计和组装有深入的理解
- 熟练使用微软办公软件(Word、Excel 和 Outlook)
- 能够测量精密公差,并执行切割、机加工和磨削操作
- 能够排除复杂机械系统的故障
- 了解并熟悉相关行业标准
首选资历:
- 在汽车、飞机或航天器制造等行业具有精密机械制造、装配、检查和安装的相关工作经验
- 拥有主题乐园或相关行业设计经验
- 基本焊接技能,包括画线,点焊,用TIG以及MIG完成焊接
- 计算机技能和G代码数控编程
- 三维模型和模拟
- 绘制三维草图的能力
- 精通AutoCAD
- 亲手开展现场安装的经验
- 具备液压和气动系统的知识
- 熟悉基本的电气系统
首选学历:
- 要求机械自动化学士学位或同等学位,或同等工作经验
Title: Show Mechanical Engineer – Animatronics
Department: Walt Disney Imagineering, Show Systems Studio, Animatronics
Reports To: Animatronics Studio Manager / Show Studio Executive
GENERAL INTRODUCTION:
Walt Disney Imagineering is the master planning, creative development, design, engineering, production, project management, and research and development arm of Disney’s Parks and Resorts business segment. Representing more than 150 disciplines, its talented teams of Imagineers are responsible for the creation - from concept initiation through installation and commissioning - of all Disney Resorts, theme parks and attractions, real estate developments, regional entertainment venues, and new media projects.
The Show Systems team helps to dream and create many of the magical moments that our guests enjoy. Our team is responsible for delivering world class Audio-Animatronics figures, show action equipment and special effects through their full lifecycle. We partner with various disciplines to help deliver quality products and our processes and tools help to take us from concept design to production and installation.
Animation Production is responsible for the design, fabrication, assembly, troubleshooting, installation, and commissioning of highly prototypical and cutting-edge Show Systems. Technicians are often called upon to support complex mock-ups in multiple sites and to participate in installations for new or renovated attractions. These are hands-on technical positions that demand advanced training in various trades.
GENERAL ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Perform mechanical fabrication engineering tasks related to Show mechanical systems (Audio-Animatronics figures, show action equipment, etc.) where durability, long life, reliability and safety are a must.
Function within a team performing various manufacturing tasks: develop production strategies, fabricate and assemble complex prototypical mechanical systems, ensure quality control, and stay current with Industry Standards and advancing technology.
CORE FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, prototype, and fabricate mechanical components and systems for Audio-Animatronics figures, using materials including metals, plastics, and composites
- Responsible for reviewing, developing, and following a design through to successful completion and operation
- Identify design conflicts and work to resolve and revise mechanical element requirements as needed
- Check detailed part, weldment, assembly, and interface drawings
- Responsible for submission of production substitution and drawing red lines to the lead Show Mechanical Engineer
- Supervise Contractor design activities, provide direction during production and installation, and resolve technical conflicts between Contractors
- Assist in the determination of detailed work plans and priorities
- Promote and champion a safe work environment
- Provide mechanical element contractor support and verification of first article assembly and bench testing as required
- Review Contractor manufacturing documentation against contract technical requirements
- Conceptualize and innovate solutions for animation scope within the scope of fabrication or installation of the product
- Review material certifications, QAQC reports, and other required documentation
- QAQC mechanical parts as needed
- Responsible for assigned Audio-Animatronics figures from fabrication, mechanical assembly, and fit-in to commissioning
- Prepare and review test and adjust plans and procedures
- May supervise a small team of field technicians and support personnel as required
- Verify mechanical element performance against requirements
- Review final Show mechanical element contractor documentation and prepare/review as-built drawings
- Review final mechanical element test and adjust and acceptance testing documentation against deliverables
- Troubleshoot and resolve installation conflicts, interferences, and other problems
- Support Show mechanical element operator and maintenance training as well as control system test and adjust
- Work closely with other disciplines, including Show Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Surface Development, Figure Finishing, Show Control Engineers, Show Software Engineers and Programmers to support smooth integration
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3+ years of experience in precision machinery fabrication, assembly, check out and installation related work
- Ability to read and understand shop drawings and use SolidWorks
- Advanced understanding of physical mechanics
- Knowledge of Disney and industry QA/QC procedures and policies
- Knowledge of materials and welding methods
- Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
- Basic carpentry skills
- Senior fitter certificate
- Advanced understanding of mechanism design and assemblies
- Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
- Ability to measure tight tolerances, and perform cutting, machining and grinding operations
- Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical systems
- Knowledge and familiarity with relevant Industry Standards
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prior experience in precision machinery fabrication, assembly, check out and installation related work in industries such as automotive, aircraft, or spacecraft manufacturing
- Prior theme park or applicable industry design experience
- Basic welding skills including lay-up, tack, and finish welds in TIG and MIG
- Computer skills and CNC programming in G-code
- 3D Modeling and Simulation
- 3D Sketching capability
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Hands-on field installation experience
- Knowledge of Hydraulics and Pneumatics system
- Familiarity with basic electrical systems
PREFERRED EDUCATION:
- College degree in Mechanical Automation or equivalent degree required or equivalent work experience
About Shanghai Disney Resort:
Shanghai Disney Resort, the first Disney resort in Mainland China, is a place where friends and families can escape together to a whole new world of fantasy, imagination, creativity and adventure. The resort is home to the Shanghai Disneyland theme park; two themed hotels; Disneytown, a large shopping, dining and entertainment district; a Broadway-style theatre; Wishing Star Park and other outdoor recreation areas. Shanghai Disney Resort Cast Members provide world-class service to guests, and the resort brings classic Disney stories and characters to life with authentic cultural touches and themes tailored specifically for the people of China. Shanghai Disney Resort offers something for everyone – thrilling adventures, lush gardens where guests can relax together and enriching interactive experiences.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Imagineering (Shanghai), which is part of a business we call Shanghai Disney Resort.
Specific benefits vary between different roles and may be adjusted according to company policy. Shanghai Disney Resort does not charge a fee to submit job applications and has not authorized any individual or company to charge to do so. Please always check our official channels or platforms for the most relevant recruitment information.
It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and candidates for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, family status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, intellectual or physical disability, pregnancy, nationality/ethnicity, migrant worker status, carrier of infectious diseases status or any other category of persons to the extent provided by law. The “Equal Employment Opportunity” in this policy extends, but is not limited, to recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, rate of pay, and other forms of compensation, education, and training.
BENEFITS AND PERKS
Because our employees are at the heart of everything we do, Disney offers a competitive total rewards package that includes pay, flexible work arrangements, time-off programs, medical benefits plan, theme park admission and more.
Benefits and eligibility may vary by business and location.

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