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5 Wits Productions, Inc.

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5 Wits is hiring! If you are interested in joining
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the postings below or email us at this address:
jobs@5witsproductions.com

Available Positions:
Electro-Mechanical Exhibit Engineer
Designer / Draftsman
Project Manager

Electro-Mechanical Exhibit Design and Fabrication Engineer

Are you a "hacker" or a "maker". . . except that the quality of your work is too high to ever be called a "hack" or wind up in Make
magazine? Or perhaps you have been designing and building museum exhibits, theater sets, theme park attractions, and special effects
professionally for years.
5 Wits Productions is seeking a hands-on jack-of-all-trades with experience in all aspects of exhibit and attraction design, development,
engineering, and fabrication.
We build exhibits and special effects ranging from a laser tunnel, to Captain Nemo's nautilus, to a cannon that blows a hole in an
exterior wall every 15 minutes to a bomb defusing simulation. See some specifics at http://www.5witsproductions.com/projects.htm.
Our clients include the Smithsonian, Blue Man Group, the Boston Museum of Science, The International Spy Museum, and Walt Disney
Imagineering.

JOB DESCRIPTION
The work is highly creative and requires an independent thinker who will self-start and work largely unsupervised with excellent
collaboration skills. There's no room for ego here, as we all do "whatever needs to be done" to produce a winning guest experience.
Responsibilities will include the stewarding of projects from start to finish, being part of the design and engineering on the front end,
and taking the projects right through the prototyping and fabrication process to play-testing and installation. Our projects merge realworld physical interfaces with high-tech control and audio/visual elements. Knowledge of fabrication methods and materials is a must-this is not an academic position, the more hands on experience, the better.
Our work varies widely from project to project, with the opportunity for the right individual to define their niche here in this rapidly
growing company. You might be a mechanical engineer, you might be an electrical engineer, or your background may be something
else entirely. . . but if your skills overlap all of these areas and you aren't afraid to get your hands dirty, you could be a fit for us. Our
clients range from museums and theaters, to theme parks and our own award-winning adventure attractions.
We are a close-nit team of multi-talented individuals, seeking to add another well-rounded person to our group. It's a fun work
environment, and we would like to keep it that way, even as we grow.

REQUIREMENTS
RELEVANT INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
Minimum: 3 years

Ideally: 10+ years, knowledge of exhibit design principles, ADA standards, skilled at envisioning the entire guest "experience"
EDUCATION
Minimum: school of hard knocks

Ideally: electrical and/or mechanical engineering degrees

PERSONAL
Minimum: honest, dedicated, high-energy, low-maintenance

Ideally: persistent, attentive to the details, organized, incredibly intelligent

MECHANICAL DESIGN/BUILD EXPERIENCE
Minimum: skill selecting materials (including woods, plastics, metals) optimized for the specific application. Significant hands-on
craftsmanship experience with wood-working, metal-working, prototyping, product design, exhibit or set construction, etc.

Ideally: Great expertise in all of the above, plus experience designing with moving components, knowledge of motors,
pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings and linkages, etc. If you have sections of the McMaster-Carr catalog memorized, that's a very
good sign.
DESIGNS & DRAWINGS
Minimum: experienced reading construction and/or wiring drawings of all types

Ideally: you have the ability to not only read, but also to create your own shop drawings as a project may require. Hand-drawing
skill can also be very helpful.
SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE
Minimum: Microsoft Office and your choice of design software

Ideally: We use all of the following. . . AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Sketchup, Rhino, Adobe Create Suite, various CAM packages for CNC
router and mill, various circuit design and PCB layout software.
ELECTRICAL
Minimum: comfort and familiarity with AC/DC wiring and control

Ideally: experience controlling electro-mechanical systems, knowledge of electrical codes and components
ELECTRONIC
Minimum: understanding of the basic principles of control and comfort working with electricity, interest in learning more fast

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Ideally: capable of analog/digital circuit design, experience designing custom PCBs, knowledge of PLCs and microcontrollers,
particularly Arduino, experience with control and feedback, sensors or all types, control of stepper motors, servos, VFDs, LEDs
and other lighting and sound.
PROGRAMMING
Minimum: ability to program in some relevant language, and a mastery of typical IT topics on a PC.

Ideally: if we can dream, you are experienced programming in C++, Python, HTML, Flash, ladder logic (for PLCs), LabView, visual
basic, etc, etc. Experience with both PC-based interactives as well as custom electro-mechanical systems that use a
microcontroller (like Arduino).
Yes, That's a tall order. We've listed a lot of skills covering a very wide range of experience.
Minimum: you are excited by this. This is the job you have been searching for. You have most of these skills and want to fill in
the gaps. You learn fast, either from others or from the wonders of the internet, and you are excited to push yourself.

Ideally: you already know all this stuff, and are happy to teach others, and learn even more yourself.

ARRANGEMENTS
Rates of pay are negotiable commensurate with experience.
If you are excited by this opportunity and your skills and experience fit the bill, please reply with your resume/CV and cover letter to the
email address below. If we are interested in a further discussion, we will be in touch to schedule an interview. No calls please. We check
email constantly, so. . . no phone calls please.
To be considered for this position, you will need to present a portfolio of previous/relevant work as part of the interview process.

ABOUT US
5 Wits Productions is a nine year old, rapidly growing design/build company specializing in museum exhibits, special effects, theme
park attractions, and interactive walk-through adventures. We are best known around Boston for TOMB, in the Fenway from 20042010, and for ESPIONAGE and 20,000 LEAGUES, two immersive adventure experiences currently open at Patriot Place in Foxboro, MA.
For more on our attractions, visit http://www.5-wits.com.
5 Wits Productions' 9,000 square foot design/build facility is located in Norwood, MA, 30-minutes south of Boston. More information is
available on our website, http://www.5witsProductions.com.

Designer / Draftsman for Museum Exhibits and Themed Attractions

We are seeking an top-notch exhibit designer, with skill and experience producing drawings at all points in the creative and fabrication
process, from conceptual design development drawings through construction drawings and detailed shop drawings which our inhouse fabrication team can use to construct your designs.
This role requires a confident self-starter, a problem-solver, who can visualize the right approach for a particular project and design
accordingly, leading the team in the right direction, not waiting to be told what to do. Hands-on experience with materials and
fabrication methods is highly valued. Past work with cabinetry, interactive mechanisms, mechanics, electronics, lighting and sound is
also a plus. The work is very creative and highly varied from project to project, with the opportunity for the right individual to define
their niche here in this rapidly growing company.

CRITICAL SKILLS
Significant experience with educational exhibit, theatrical stage set, and/or themed attraction design
2+ years experience with our preferred in-house design platform: 3D AutoCAD
Experience coordinating site-work/construction/fabrication of your designs
Precise and detailed oriented, with strong organizational skills

OTHER DESIRABLE SKILLS INCLUDE

Industry specific experience in the world of museum exhibits, theme park attractions, and/or technical theater
Proficiency with other design software packages, SketchUp, Adobe creative suite, etc
Knowledge of relevant codes and design principles in the areas plumbing, fire protection, HVAC/mechanical, electrical, lighting,
and ADA compliance
Estimating skill/experience for predicting the build cost of various design alternatives
Experience creating drawings for CNC fabrication CNC router, waterjet, laser cutter, etc

ARRANGEMENTS
Rates of pay are negotiable commensurate with experience.
If you are excited by this opportunity and your skills and experience fit the bill, please reply with your resume/CV and cover letter to the
email address below. If we are interested in a further discussion with you we will be in touch. No calls please.

ABOUT US
5 Wits Productions is a nine year old, rapidly growing design/build company specializing in museum exhibits, special effects, theme
park attractions, and interactive walk-through adventures. We are best known around Boston for TOMB, in the Fenway from 20042010, and for ESPIONAGE and 20,000 LEAGUES, two immersive adventure experiences currently open at Patriot Place in Foxboro, MA.
For more on our attractions, visit http://www.5-wits.com.
5 Wits Productions' 9,000 square foot design/build facility is located in Norwood, MA, 30-minutes south of Boston. More information is
available on our website, http://www.5witsProductions.com.

Project Manager for Museum Exhibit and Adventure Design/Build Shop

Our growing exhibit & theme park design/build firm is looking for the right person to join our team as a project manager in a full-time
capacity.

JOB DESCRIPTION

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A qualified candidate will have great experience and skill in the following areas:
Coordinating a team of internal and external resources to complete client projects
Professional, articulate, and attractive written and verbal communication skills
A passion for scheduling and managing to meet that schedule
Great attention to detail and desire to get things right the first time
Skill reading shop drawings and other construction documents
Comfortable with the vocabulary of a working shop, including mechanical and electrical engineering terms
Interfacing directly with corporate clients (typically museums, attractions, theme parks, theaters, and the like) as well as
fabricators, tradesmen, engineers, and artists
Industry specific experience in the world of museum exhibits, theme park attractions, and/or technical theater
Appropriate education in architecture, engineering, design or other relevant field of study
An ideal candidate may also have these skills:
Ability to design and produce drawings in AutoCAD or comparable software
Enthusiasm for sales, meeting new potential clients, and bringing in new projects
Estimating the cost of construction projects, budgeting, and contract administration
Hands-on experience designing and/or fabricating CAD, wood working, metal working, mechanical/electrical engineering
Helpful software knowledge: Microsoft Excel and Word, Google Sketch-up, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite
This position offers a lot of variety of work and constant stimulation, for the right person. It is essential that you be self-motivated, able
to see what needs to be done, and energetic in pursuing those goals to completion.
Successful personality traits include:
Excellent, highly professional written and verbal communication skills
Meticulously organized
Schedule conscious
High energy, hard working
Good liaison for customers
A willingness to do whatever needs to be done to get the project accomplished
If this sounds like a good fit to you, please email a cover letter and resume/CV for our consideration. No calls please we will be in
touch to schedule an interview if appropriate.

ABOUT US
5 Wits Productions is a nine year old, rapidly growing design/build company specializing in museum exhibits, special effects, theme
park attractions, and interactive walk-through adventures. We are best known around Boston for TOMB, in the Fenway from 20042010, and for ESPIONAGE and 20,000 LEAGUES, two immersive adventure experiences currently open at Patriot Place in Foxboro, MA.
For more on our attractions, visit http://www.5-wits.com.
5 Wits Productions' 9,000 square foot design/build facility is located in Norwood, MA, 30-minutes south of Boston. More information is
available on our website, http://www.5witsProductions.com.

2012 5 Wits Productions Inc.

375 Vanderbilt Avenue | Norwood, MA 02062
781-551-3500 | info@5witsproductions.com

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What kind of fun stuff does 5 Wits build? Check out our projects.

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