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Athens Life Fellowship

Technical Director

Athens, TX · On-site

Technical Director Employee Status: Full-time Job Department: Ministry/Production Job Supervisor ... Advanced mixing, rigging, and power distribution experience. * SketchUp proficiency for stage ...

Athens Life Fellowship

Technical Director

Athens, TX · On-site

Technical Director Employee Status: Full-time Job Department: Ministry/Production Job Supervisor ... Advanced mixing, rigging, and power distribution experience. * SketchUp proficiency for stage ...

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Test Engineer II - Marine Engineering

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$44.79/hr

A full-time career opportunity. Navy Vets Welcome! Pay Rate: $44.79 per hour SUMMARY: We are ... Working knowledge and demonstrated skill set working with 3D modeling preferred, especially with ...

anduril

Manufacturing Technician

North Kingstown, RI

$28 - $37/hr

Machining and/or 3D printing experience US Hourly Range Manufacturing Technician/Level 2: $25 - $33 ... Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are ...

Midwest Steel

Lead Structural Engineer

Detroit, MI · On-site

... and Rigging Engineering is preferred § Experience with RISA 3D, AutoCAD, and Revit. Exposure to ... full-time, permanent position that offers a competitive salary, full benefit package that is 100 ...

Venteon

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Saint Clair, MI · On-site

$86.10K - $117.80K/yr

Advancement potential * Full time * Paid time off * Medical / Dental / Vision * 401k ... Formalize detailed SOWs for contractor/ rigging quoting activities. * Quote new equipment when ...

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As of Jun 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time 3d rigger in the United States is $26.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full Time 3D Rigger, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full Time 3D Rigger, you need a strong understanding of anatomy, animation principles, and rigging techniques, often supported by a degree in animation, computer graphics, or a related field. Proficiency with industry-standard software like Autodesk Maya, Blender, and scripting languages such as Python or MEL is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with animators and modelers to create seamless character movement. These skills ensure high-quality rigs that enhance animation workflows and contribute to the overall production quality.

What are some common challenges faced by full-time 3D Riggers, and how can they be addressed?

Full-time 3D Riggers often encounter challenges such as creating rigs that balance both animator flexibility and technical stability, working with tight deadlines, and keeping up with rapidly evolving software tools. Effective communication with animators and modelers is crucial to ensure rigs function as intended and meet project needs. Regularly updating technical knowledge and collaborating closely with other departments can help overcome these challenges and contribute to smoother production workflows.

What are Full Time 3D Riggers?

Full Time 3D Riggers are professionals who create and maintain the digital skeletons and control rigs used to animate 3D models in films, video games, and other media. They work closely with 3D modelers and animators to ensure characters and objects move realistically and efficiently. Their job includes setting up systems for facial expressions, body movement, and mechanical actions, as well as troubleshooting any rigging-related issues. Working full time means they are typically employed by a studio or production company on a regular basis rather than freelancing.
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Mechanical Design Engineer (Freelance Opportunities)

Mechanical Design Engineer (Freelance Opportunities)

Tait

Lititz, PA • Hybrid

$70.40K - $95.40K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics
We are looking to add great freelance Mechanical Design Engineers onto our roster. By applying here you will be considered for upcoming short & long-term contracts with TAIT. This application is not for a full-time role.

Position Purpose 
Mechanical Design Engineers (MDE) at TAIT are responsible for project-based mechanical design work that focuses on specialized machinery, structures, and rigging systems for the entertainment technology industry. MDEs drive innovative technical solutions, while working within TAIT safety and quality processes, as well as leveraging TAIT standard design principles and practices.
 
As part of the wider mechanical design and engineering team, this role will focus on owning specific subsections of projects. The MDE team collaborates across departments (project management, fabrication, procurement, field teams) to ensure project success, from “initial concept” through “opening night.”
 
Essential Responsibilities / Accountabilities
  • Collaborate with project teams to develop innovative and effective technical solutions that align with project objectives and exceed client expectations.
  • Plan and execute technical solutions to work within scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Apply TAIT design best practices to design for fit and finish, manufacturing efficiency, onsite assembly + disassembly, and packaging.
  • Identify and understand the underlying physics of complex problems to create successful technical solutions.
  • Identify and prioritize project specific requirements and constraints to drive technical solutions.
  • Apply TAIT Project Delivery best practices and processes including design reviews, project team meetings, use of planning systems/software,
  • Participate in client meetings and produce client-facing drawing packages as needed.
  • Communicate effectively through hand sketches, 2D CAD drawings and cross sections.
  • Efficiently generate robust and clean 3D models to support TAIT’s collaborative design process.
  • Produce pitch studies, schematics, storyboards, weight studies, and other supporting tasks to advance the design + engineering process.
  • Identify appropriate timing and scale of prototyping to support design + engineering process.
  • Recognize aspects of project work requiring engineering rigor to collaborate with internal and external engineering review on assigned project work.
  • Identify long lead time items and work with purchasing department to procure project specific components and materials.
  • Use custom TAIT CAD tools as appropriate in design and detailing processes.
  • Maintain project documentation including drawing redlines and operation manuals as required.
  • Release assembly and part drawings to be manufactured internal to TAIT as well as through subcontracting vendors using appropriate dimensioning and tolerancing.
  • Efficiently solve technical issues as they may arise during fabrication, testing, and/or commissioning.
  • Support legacy TAIT equipment as required by project needs and/or support department requests.
  • Maintain awareness of standard of solutions within TAIT’s markets, product lines, and platforms.
  • Maintain awareness of TAIT’s markets and competition. 
 
To perform this position successfully, each essential responsibility/accountability must be fulfilled satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the responsibilities and accountabilities outlined above.
 
Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
 
Minimum Qualifications 
  • Formal degree or 2+ years experience in Technical Theater, Engineering, Architectural, Industrial Design, Machine Design, CADD preferred, or High School Diploma/GED
  • Background in 3D CAD modeling
  • Working knowledge of live entertainment technology
  • Experience working in a short-term, project-based environment
  • Success collaborating as part of a cross-functional team
  • Work will be hybrid/remote in Lititz PA
Preferred Experience
  • Parametric modeling, ideally using Autodesk Inventor
  • Design for manufacture (DFM), especially aluminum structures and electro-mechanical machines
  • Building information modeling (BIM)
  • Knowledge of and experience with live event specific structures, mechanisms, machinery, rigging, automation, and scenic elements
  • TAIT markets, especially concert touring and theme parks
  • TAIT technology, especially winches, trolleys, and other overhead machinery/structures
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. The employee regularly operates a computer, including typing, using a mouse or keyboard, and viewing the screen for extended periods. 
While the role does not require regular lifting or physical exertion, there may be occasional onboarding programs or training opportunities that create opportunities for more exposure to physical tasks or new environments (sites, venues, etc.)
 
Work conditions of the role are:
  • Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
  • Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions.
  • Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work within or visit areas where required. This includes safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, safety toed shoes, and other PPE as required by the location.

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical limitations or disabilities. If there are specific physical needs related to lifting, walking, or any other task, candidates are encouraged to discuss their requirements during the hiring process. The organization will make every effort to accommodate these needs to ensure equal opportunities for all employees.

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.

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