Accessories/engineering

Accessories/engineering

Costumes and Props

Full-Time/Temporary position - 12 months

We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.

OUR MISSION

Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.

Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!

So don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!

YOUR MISSION

Under the direction of the Costume Workshop and the responsibility of the Head of Specialties, the Engineering Technician will be responsible for reproduction and creation operations related to the Digital Workshop and the Accessories Workshop. This role involves operating Digital Workshop equipment (3D scanner, laser cutter, 3D printer) in a context of reproduction of existing items, as well as using technologies to design, produce and integrate technological elements into costumes, play or stage props (3D modeling, electronics, mechanics, intelligence, special effects, robotics).

The Prop Maker/engineer Will Be Responsible For

• Monitoring 3D printing and laser cutting operations in reproduction and creation;
• Perform 3D artist head scans and clean up files;
• Create digital documents for laser cutting and 3D printing needs (with software such as Geomagic, Space claim and Z-Brush);
• Update and maintain 3D printers and software;
• Manage consumables;
• Assess material, equipment and manpower requirements for projects;
• Plan and prepare the integration of mechanism or technology into costumes and/or accessories, taking into account technical specifications;
• Produce, assemble and integrate mechanical, electronic and intelligent components into accessories and costumes;
• Analyze test results and modify or adjust as required;
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and work areas;
• Respect and apply Occupational Health and Safety rules in force in the workshops.
  
  

YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE

• DEC in Mechanical Engineering, Digital Drafting or equivalent and 4 to 6 years' experience in the field of specialized stage props;
• In-depth knowledge of Space claim, Geomagic and Z-brush;
• Knowledge of digital information capture with Handy scan;
• Knowledge of mechanical, electronic or intelligent system integration for props and costumes; ability to optimize their use and solve problems at source;
• Autonomy, sense of organization and priorities, discipline and professionalism;
• Diplomacy, ability to work in a team with tight deadlines, ability to delegate;
• Willingness to travel according to mandate;
• Fluency in French and English (oral and written).
  
  

To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique.

Here Is An Overview

• An inclusive work mode based on team experience and flexible working hours
• Access to an individual office on the days you come to the Montreal Studio, a stimulating environment that will allow you to put all your creativity to good use
• A culture focused on the development of fair practices and unifying events
• Professional growth focused on high quality projects to propel your career
• A group insurance program, RRSPs and other benefits that we will be happy to present to you
• Personalized support adapted to your professional ambitions: training program, regular check-ins, inter-team contribution.
  
  

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.