Join Our Team!
L3DFX is an award winning creative studio that specializes in the design and building of theming, props, structures, immersive environments, and interactive experiences. Review the job descriptions below to see how you can use your skill set to entertain millions of people.
Themed Scenic Carpenter
L3DFX is looking for a creative and resourceful person who can take a hands-on approach in a fast paced, themed scenic construction shop. We currently have a position for a dynamic, self-sufficient scenic carpenter. This team member must be a problem solver and must be ready to jump in immediately to help build, install and strike themed scenery. L3DFX builds sets, props, theme park attractions, trade show exhibits, live entertainment attractions and more! This is your chance to use your carpentry skill set to entertain millions of people!
Required Skills
- Safe operation and knowledge of hand and power tools as well as typical woodshop equipment
- Work with wood, metals, plastics and other materials to build and/or repair scenic elements
- Ability to read shop and construction drawings
- 2 year(s) work experience, preferably in scenic, set, theater or finish carpentry
- Knowledge of various panel materials such as pvc, aluminum, acrylic, etc a plus
- Demonstrate high quality, precision work with clean finish results consistently
- Experience building furniture, cabinets, or other creative woodworking experience a huge plus
- Must be punctual and have own transportation
- Positive, hardworking attitude
- Team oriented
- Able to work flexible hours
- Ability to problem solve
Big, Big Plus if You Have These Skills and Experience
- Artistic, creative ability
- Millworking or Furniture Building
- Theater, television or film set background
- Trade show display construction
- Cabinetry or furniture fabrication
- Electrical
Required Education
High school or equivalent
Required Experience
Carpentry: 2 years
Themed Scenic Fabricator
We are looking for an imaginative, creative and resourceful person who can take a hands-on approach in a fast paced, scenic shop. We currently have a position available for a dynamic, self-sufficient fabricator. This team member must be a problem solver and must be ready to jump in immediately. Please make note, this role has potential for growth as we are a rapidly growing company!
Job Summary
Create and fabricate custom themed scenic elements for the Entertainment Industry. You’ll learn to work with various materials, tools, and use unique methods to execute creative designs for theme parks, entertainment centers, film, television and more!
Required Skills
- Fabricate and assemble various scenic components constructed from a variety of materials
- Finish sculpts, create molds, and cast materials to obtain final parts for use in scenic/props
- Utilize artistic experience working with various materials such as wood, metals, foam, fiberglass and plastics to complete creative builds
- Learn new materials and methods to create dynamic props and set pieces for themed environments
- Perform installations at offsite job locations
- Ability to work with basic hand and power tools
- Ability to read assembly and construction drawings
- Maintain equipment, supplies and cleanliness of workstation and area
- Willingness to learn, train and grow based on project requirements
- Positive, hardworking, and detail oriented
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Ability to problem solve
- Artistic and creative
Big, Big Plus if You Have These Skills and Experience
- Carpentry Experience
- Clay sculpting
- Painting (Hand and/or Airbrush)
- Costume Design/Fabrication
- Fiberglass fabrication
- Welding
- Fine art training
- Sign Fabrication Experience
Required Education
- Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or University in Fine Arts is preferred, but not required
- At a minimum Experience in Art Fabrication, working in a Scenic or Custom Fabrication Shop, or Experience as a Set, Theater, or Theme Park Fabricator or Designer is required
Required Experience
Minimum combined 2 years education and experience in an Art, Sign, or Scenic/Prop Fabrication
Additional Information
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Consistent attendance is a job requirement
- Open to contract-based work
- Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package, including healthcare, dental and vision benefits
Scenic Painter/Cabinet Painter
L3DFX is looking for an experienced Cabinet Painter who is looking for something more exciting. Join L3DFX and move in to the entertainment industry! You’ll be helping our team of talented artists, fabricators and painters finish scenic props, sets, characters, artwork and other creative works that entertain millions of people. Your work will be seen in theme parks, movies, television, professional sporting events, as public art, and more. Check out our website for some examples.
If you are a painter looking for a challenging and unique opportunity, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join the L3DFX team!
Required Skills
- Surface Prep: Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking as necessary
- Paint: Apply paint to surfaces using various techniques such as airless paint spraying, HVLP, brushing, or rolling, ensuring the proper finish and quality is met
- Mix: Ensure proper mixing and matching of paint colors using our on site mixing system
- Detail: Perform touch-ups and repairs on painted surfaces
- Skills: Operate power tools, sanding equipment, and other tools necessary for painting and surface preparation
- Safety: Follow safety protocols and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Cabinet Painter or in a related field such as scenic painting, auto body repair work, or home painting is preferred
- Knowledge of mechanical processes and ability to perform basic mechanical tasks
- Familiarity with power tools used in painting and surface preparation
- Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks
- Attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality work
- Basic knowledge of working with various sprayers, tips, sizes, pressures, and other techniques for a smooth finish
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Themed Entertainment Designer
We are looking for a detail oriented and resourceful person who can take a hands-on approach with projects. You’re going to be elbow deep in some creative and dynamic work. We are currently looking for an energetic, self sufficient designer with experience working in a fast- paced environment. This team member must be a problem solver and must be ready to jump in immediately.
Required Skills
- Experience Solid Modeling and creating 3D forms is a must
- Design 3D parts with a basic understanding of build strategy using Solidworks, Rhino, Fusion 360 or similar software
- Understand materials and fabrication processes that affect design
- Experience in Theming, Set, or Exhibit, Interior, or Trade Show Design
- Ability to organize data and information into a highly polished presentation is required
- Ability to organize and participate in production and design meetings
- Cooperate with creative team members to preserve design intent, and determine design details and specifications.
- Experience converting poly data (.STL, .OBJ) to water tight solid surface editable bodies a plus
- Work with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to ensure structure, mechanisms or technology cooperates with the 3D form
- Understand dimensioning and possess good understanding of final assembly
- Experience in actual fabrication a plus
- Brainstorm creatively and contribute to develop concepts
- Possess creative problem-solving capacity
- Experience creating detailed product drawings
- Highly organized, motivated and creative
Design Background/Skills
- Experience working in a Themed Construction environment, or similar industry
- Experience working in a team environment
- Computer Skills (MS Office, Word, Excel, email, etc)
Software Experience
- Solidworks, Rhino 3D, AutoCAD, Fusion 360 or similar programs
- Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc)
- Other 3D sculpt or modeling software (Zbrush, 3DS, Maya)
- 3D rendering software. (Blender, Keyshot, etc)
Bonus Round
- Blender or any 3D sculpting software a plus
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree
- At least two years of related experience strongly preferred
Mechanical Engineer
L3DFX is seeking a highly organized, creative, personable and experienced individual to take a role as a Mechanical Engineer. As part of our team, you would work with our Design and Production Department to ensure the successful development, planning, and full execution of a project. If you’re a Mechanical Engineer looking to get into an exciting industry, Themed Entertainment is among the best. L3DFX provides design/build services to industries ranging from theme parks to major motion pictures. Yes, it’s as intriguing as it sounds.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Develop strategies to custom build elements such as show set pieces/static props to innovative mechanical interactions
- Assist design team to develop project approach and strategies to achieve build requirements
- Develop materials to be used in the build and create a Bill of Materials
- Identify and source components for the project that provide the desired effect
- Design and develop assembly strategies for various project elements
- Research, study and identify comparable design strategies for implementation
- Use Solidworks and CAD software to create preliminary and detailed models and drawings of the product
- Produce construction documentation and specifications for build
- As required, build models and prototypes of the components, products or concepts to test and validate design intent
- Cooperate with production staff to resolve any issues related to design
- Travel to project sites may be required from time to time
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent mechanical and technical skills
- Creative problem solver
- Proficient with Solidworks, Fusion360 or other CAD software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required
- Two years of related experience preferred.
Electronics Engineer
We are L3DFX. We create some of the entertainment industry’s most exciting scenic, theming, props, and special effects. If you’ve ever marveled at the works of a theme park, major motion picture, or entertainment center this is the job for you! We are looking for a detail oriented and resourceful person who can take a hands-on approach with projects. You’re going to be elbow deep in some creative and dynamic work. We are currently looking for an energetic, innovative Electronics Engineer with experience working in a fast-paced environment. This team member must be a problem solver and must be ready to jump in immediately.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Experience with Arduino hardware and software required
- Cooperate with creative team members to ideate, develop design intent, and determine design details and specifications based on the client need
- Participate in ideation and innovation discussions
- Possess creative problem-solving capacity
- Identify parts, wiring, components based on the need required
- Collect information on project specifications, performance requirements, and known capabilities and limitations
- Design circuitry, wiring and component integration for PCB board fabrication
- Provide design drawings to the relevant team members
- Create Bill of Materials, parts and components lists for Purchasing Department
- Assist in providing estimates of design, materials and labor costs to Project Manager
- Direct external production sources, when required, to produce custom components as needed
- Experience in Theming, Robotics, Animatronics a plus
- Ability to participate in production and design meetings
- Highly organized, motivated and creative
- Design applications and systems to meet the project requirements, collaborating with engineers, programmers, and other developers as needed
- Guide team members through design and implementation of features
- Write clear, well-architected, maintainable and portable code
- Maintains knowledge of existing and developing technology and trends in technology
Software Experience
- AutoCAD or similar programs
- PCB Design Software such as Eagle or Altium (preferred)
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to create reports and documentation.
- Ability to work with various programming software Python, Javascript, C ++ Programming a plus
Design Background/Skills
- Recent experience (<2 years) in design and calculation software
- Designing Analog and Digital Sensors
- PLC programming experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school
- Experience in Themed Entertainment a plus, but not required.
- Bonus Round: Robotics and ability to control motors and electrical systems
Electronics Technician
L3DFX is looking for an imaginative, creative and resourceful person who can take a hands-on approach in our scenic/prop shop. We currently have a position for an Electronics Technician. This team member must be a problem solver and must be ready to jump in immediately to help our props, characters and scenery come to life! L3DFX builds scenic sets, movie props, theme park attractions, live entertainment attractions, museum displays and more! This is your chance to do more with your skill set to entertain millions of people.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and Repair Electronics Systems
- Install New Electronic Equipment, Wiring and Components
- Update Software and Run Tests on Existing Equipment
- Understand Standard Test Equipment – (oscilloscopes, counters, multimeters)
- Understand Electronic Components – (motors, resistors, transistors, capacitors)
- Configure and assemble small electrical enclosures and junction boxes
- Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and drawings in order to complete the project results
- Maintain all relevant standards and best practices
- Maintain tools, work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion
- Maintain a safe working environment and follow safe working practices
- Occasionally travel to complete site work
- Collaborate and communicate with other Technicians
- Identify and propose ideas and solutions that will improve the build quality or efficiency
- Ability to work safely and productively around high value clients
- On the spot problem solving abilities
Experience
- Varied knowledge of electronics systems
- Knowledge of electrical schematics and systems
- Knowledge of installation of related hardware, wiring, soldering tools, crimpers and other related equipment
- Experience working in the entertainment industry, preferred, but not required
- Experience with Arduino and Raspberry Pi hardware preferred
Education and Qualifications
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED from accredited institution required
- Electronics Technician Certification or related degree preferred
