Jim The Skeleton (2024)
Designed and built “Jim,” a fully mechanical animatronic skeleton serving as the centerpiece of the club’s first escape room attraction. Integrated motorized head rotation, jaw movement, and glowing eyes. Personally pitched, funded, and led the project from concept to fabrication, combining creativi...
Mechanical design3D modeling in SolidWorksDesigning moving components for head, jaw, and armsMotor integration and installationElectrical wiring and power management3D printing and machiningHands-on fabrication and assemblyPrototyping and motion testingStory-driven engineering for themed experiencesAesthetic design with lighting and motion effectsCreative problem solvingLeadership as Lead EngineerProject management including budgeting and schedulingCollaboration with team members in the Themed Entertainment Association ClubEffective communication through pitching and progress presentations