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Process Controls Engineer

Los Angeles, CA | Up to 50% Travel | Manufacturing / Mining Environment

We are working with an industry leading organization looking to bring on a Process Controls Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of industrial control systems across multiple facilities.

This role will focus on delivering process control design, PLC programming, and automation support within a heavy industrial environment such as manufacturing, mining, or aggregates production.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and develop process control systems for industrial production facilities
• Program and maintain PLC and HMI systems, primarily Rockwell / Allen Bradley platforms
• Support the design, installation, and commissioning of plant automation systems
• Provide cost estimates and technical input for plant modifications and new facilities
• Manage and support automation projects, working with internal teams and external contractors
• Review project designs for feasibility, cost effectiveness, and technical accuracy
• Support plant operations through troubleshooting, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute to the standardization and modernization of control systems across facilities

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in Controls or Automation Engineering
• Strong experience with Rockwell / Allen Bradley PLC systems
• Experience working in manufacturing, aggregates, mining, or heavy industrial environments
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial networking
• Ability to support multiple projects and plant locations
• Strong troubleshooting and field support experience

Additional Skills That Are a Plus

• Experience with SCADA platforms such as Wonderware or PI Historian
• Knowledge of industrial networking, SQL, or plant reporting systems
• Electrical engineering background or related technical degree

Location & Travel

This role is based in Los Angeles, CA with up to 50% travel to support operational sites and project work.

Why This Role

You will be working on large scale industrial operations supporting automation systems that help power critical infrastructure and construction materials across the U.S.

We are currently looking for a Civil Project Engineer who is ready to engage in a large alternative delivery (CMGC) project in Los Angeles County. This project is a multi-year project that will widen the 105 freeway from the 405 to the 605. This widening will increase HOV capacity, reduce congestion along the corridor and introduce tolling to the 105. Phase one of the project is starting at $400 Million, and the remaining phases will push the project towards $1.1 Billion. This is a great opportunity to join the team as we are building the first phase and prior to the project breaking ground on the second phase and contribute to the success of this critical project to improve mobility ahead of the 2028 Olympics.

The ideal candidate is capable of thinking outside the box, understands multi-staged construction projects, is detailed oriented with experience in heavy civil construction. The position is directly accountable for the safety, financial performance, and team development on site.

This position will integrate with the project's structures team that focuses on bridges, walls, shoring and foundations. Your role on the structures team will depend on your desires as well as strengths and previous experience. In addition to self-performing various scopes on the project the structures team will also cultivate and maintain strong relationships with the subcontractors, and suppliers as well LA Metro, Caltrans and the Construction Managers staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work On Site to help solve problems that occur during construction
• Partner with Project Superintendent in development of a project site logistics plan
• Maintain thorough understanding of the Myers contract with Caltrans
• Monitor project costs and Job Cost Report
• Analyze and forecast monthly Total Cost Projection reports
• Monitor project labor
• Lead the project's quality process
• Develop, schedule and lead project teams on submittals, RFI's and Change Orders
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with the Designer, vendors, subcontractors and owners
• Implement all applicable Safety Programs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering preferred
• 2+ Years of Experience in highly complex and related highway or structures construction projects in California.
• Experienced dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and self-perform work
• Experience leading a successful project team, including development of employees and maintaining relationships with external entities
• Excellent organizational, team management, problem solving, motivational skills

Benefits:

· Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)-our company covers 80% of the healthcare cost for our employees and their dependents. Employees are responsible for the remaining 20%, which is pre-taxable.

· Company provided vehicle or car allowance with fuel card.

· Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Dependent Care FSA

· 401K with 8% Match

· Life insurance

· Voluntary insurance plans available-Accident/Critical Illness/Cancer/Hospital Indemnity/Life and AD&D

· Paid time off

· Professional development assistance

Apply Here: and Sons Construction is a Heavy Civil Construction Company. We specialize in Bridge Construction, Bridge Restoration, Roadway Rehabilitation, Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants, Concrete Bridge Overlays, Concrete Paving and Alternative Delivery Projects, including Design Build, CMGC, CMAR and Progressive Design Build throughout California and Colorado. For more information on our company please visit & Sons Construction is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. (This is the standard Raytheon Intro which we include in all positions descriptions)

Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) integrates, verifies, and validates our products. We put our systems together, exercise them in the lab or in the field, measure and analyze performance, and make sure our products work the first time and every time. To accomplish this, we develop plans and procedures, debug and evaluate system functions and interfaces, develop test environments, and work together with our customers (This is the selling statement explaining Who you are, What you do and why someone would want to join your team)

The Effectors Center in the SE&TC Directorate is seeking a Hardware Lead focused on design, physical assembly, lab integration, platform integration, and/or flight test. In this role you will be hands- on, supporting the design, assembly, integration, and completion of the unit under test for successful execution of test events.

What You Will Do

• The core of what you will do is drive the physical assembly and test of the unit under test. You will direct the activities of junior engineers and provide technical leadership in the lab and in the field.
• Expectations of the role: ability to effectively communicate and confidently present to program leadership (internal & USG), attention to detail, ability to be organized and prioritize efforts and a strong work ethic. Ability to mentor and guide a team of junior engineers. Technical know-how to conduct missile level integration and test.
• Travel Requirements – up to 10% of the time. Some testing events may require weeks of travel.
• Physical Requirements – This position requires the ability to physically inspect missiles, support the test set up of missiles, help maneuver missile during packing/unpacking and potentially support multiple long days of testing in a row in austere conditions.
• Shift Information: This is primarily a 1st shift position but work hours may shift when needed to support test asset delivery. This position is onsite.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline, such as Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics or Math and a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience
• Hardware Systems Integration, Platform Integration and/or Flight Test experience
• Experience supporting field tests, or systems deployed in the field
• Experience with Verification and Validation methods
• Experience with the use of lab/field test equipment
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

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• Experience in generation and presentation of documentation to internal & USG stakeholders
• Software integration experience at the missile level
• Hardware integration experience at the missile level
• Test plan and procedure generation for missile level test events
• Experience conducting EMI/EMV/HERO at the missile level at USG test facilities
• Missile level troubleshooting experience
• Experience preparing for and coordinating the shipment of significant test equipment
• Flight test experience

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available for this position

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Project Coordinator (Contract – 3–4 Months)

Location: Norwalk, CA (Onsite)

Pay Rate: $23–$24/hour

Duration: Through end of June (approx. 3–4 months)

Start: ASAP – Interviews immediately

Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support a busy operations and engineering team through the end of June. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing high‑volume communication, organizing project documentation, and supporting project workflow within a fast‑paced environment. Candidates must be comfortable working in a warehouse/production setting and able to maintain high accuracy when handling multiple job codes and project packets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high‑volume shared inbox and respond to incoming requests in a timely, organized manner

• Monitor and respond to instant messages via Microsoft Teams

• Prepare, assemble, and distribute project packets, including composing and finalizing documentation

• Perform data entry and tracking of job codes, ensuring accuracy and consistency

• Use Excel for sorting, filtering, and basic project tracking (advanced skills a plus)

• Collaborate with engineering, production, and warehouse teams to support project movement

• Maintain documentation accuracy and version control across all project materials

• Support ad‑hoc administrative and project tasks as needed

Preferred Experience

• Experience in technical, engineering, or manufacturing environments

• Ability to read or interpret engineering drawings (strongly preferred)

• Experience using NetSuite (preferred, not required)

• Strong attention to detail, especially when working with numeric job codes

• Comfortable working in a warehouse or operational floor environment

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of administrative, project coordination, or operations support experience

• Strong communication and organization skills

• Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (sorting and filtering required; advanced a plus)

• Must be able to start quickly and commit through the end of June

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• Change Management & Communications: Proven experience in drafting user-facing communications, running information sessions, and managing the \"people side\" of technical changes.
• Project Management & Operations: Strong organizational skills to track thousands of user migrations, manage timelines, and coordinate across multiple time zones and teams.
• Technical Familiarity: Comfort with Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Groups) and Slack administration concepts (Multi-Workspace Channels, guest accounts) is highly preferred, as the role involves explaining these changes to users.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify gaps in support workflows and troubleshoot user concerns with empathy and precision (\"white glove support\").

• Develop and execute a communications plan for various user groups (e.g., Contractor Managers, Subsidiary Users, Exceptional Account Holders).
• Draft and distribute targeted emails, Slack announcements, and documentation (FAQs, runbooks) to prepare users for migration.
• Partner with internal communications and local support teams (e.g., AnimTech, EyeTech) to ensure consistent messaging across the ecosystem.

• Coordinate the scheduling of \"Moving Days\" for user cohorts, ensuring all technical prerequisites (e.g., account testing, file sharing updates) are met before migration.
• Manage the tracking of 5,000+ users through the migration pipeline, maintaining accurate status reports on who has moved, who is pending, and who requires a \"known exception\".
• Oversee the \"white glove\" support process during migration weeks, serving as the first point of escalation for users experiencing friction.
• Collaborate with Engineering to ensure \"rename-in-place\" actions for Google and Slack are timed correctly to minimize downtime.

• Conduct discovery with \"Exceptional Account Holders\" to understand their specific tooling needs and identify blockers to using pre-provisioned accounts.
• Maintain the \"to-do list\" of applications that need access adjustments and track progress with engineering partners.
• Gather data on \"snowflake\" use cases (e.g., Assistants, Researchers) to inform future policy decisions and exception workflows.

• Create and update training materials for support teams (Employee Services, NTech) to ensure they are equipped to handle questions regarding the new identity model.
• Monitor support tickets and escalations post-migration to identify trends and areas for process improvement.

• $85-95/hr.

Who We Are

Feit Electric has been at the forefront of global lighting innovation for 45+ years. We combine best-in-class design, manufacturing expertise, and cutting-edge technology to deliver smarter, safer, and more energy-efficient home products.

What You’ll Do

Own Category Strategy & Revenue

• Define and champion the vision, goals, and roadmap for your category.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models, set pricing strategies, and forecast revenue and margin.
• Monitor category performance against KPIs, making data-driven adjustments to hit targets.

Manage Full Product Lifecycle

• New Product Creation: Identify new products that end users love, are strategic for our retail partners, and work for our business.
• Launch Leadership: Coordinate cross-functional launch readiness, ensuring specs, timelines, and support materials are on track.
• End-of-Life & Transition: Develop EOL plans, communicate sunset schedules, and execute SKU rationalization to minimize revenue gaps.
• Portfolio Health: Continuously assess SKU performance; recommend extensions or retirements based on sales, margin, and customer feedback .

Drive Retail & Sales Success

• Craft and present compelling category pitches to retail buyers, articulating ROI, differentiation, and go-to-market plans.
• Partner with Sales leadership to track pipeline, identify bottlenecks, and implement tactics to accelerate deal closings.
• Develop sales enablement tools—training decks, FAQs, and sell-sheets—to equip field teams.

Lead Cross-Functional Teams

• Oversee and mentor Product Development Managers, empowering them to execute prototyping, cost negotiations, and factory partnerships.
• Facilitate syncs across Engineering, Quality, Marketing, Operations, and Sales to maintain alignment and momentum.
• Champion best practices in product/project management, documentation, and risk mitigation.

Leverage Market & Competitive Insights

• Conduct regular market scans, customer research, and competitive analyses to identify emerging trends and threats.
• Translate insights into strategic recommendations, ensuring your category remains ahead of the curve.

Develop People & Culture

• Provide coaching, feedback, and career-development guidance to your direct reports.
• Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and “get scrappy” innovation aligned with Feit’s values.

What You’ll Need

Education: Bachelor’s in Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Experience: 7+ years in senior product or business leadership roles, ideally within lighting, consumer electronics, or IoT hardware.

Skills:

• Proven P&L ownership and strategic planning capabilities.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills for retailer engagements.
• Expertise in end-to-end product lifecycle and EOL management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and team leadership.
• Robust analytical acumen and comfort with financial models.

What You’ll Get

• Leadership role shaping the future of one of our core categories.
• Collaborative, innovation-driven environment with a global impact.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

Application Instructions: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, along with a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role and relevant achievements. Please include examples of past projects that demonstrate your ability to lead engineering teams to success in developing and launching high-quality, compliant products.

Salary Range: Exempt / Salary with a range of $140,000.00 to $190,000.00 annually.

Additional Data: Position is onsite Monday through Friday in our Pico Rivera, CA office. Position does not offer relocation package. No remote work available for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Feit Electric is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

The Waterproofing Consultant will act as project manager for projects with various scopes and sizes. The work will include new design and the evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings. They will manage multiple projects requiring supervision of our Waterproofing Division Principal/Director. Essential duties include climbing ladders and scaffolds, the ability to work at great heights, and the ability to travel by car to multiple job sites.

Day to Day Tasks:

• Assisting our Waterproofing Division Principal/Director and senior staff in design, site investigations, and documenta-tion of existing conditions.
• Investigation and remediation of building envelope malfunctions.
• Design and construction assistance to contractors and design consultation to architects.
• Field investigation and water leakage testing of roofing and waterproofing systems, windows, curtain walls, and other building components.
• Design of remedial repairs to existing building systems, including walls, roofs, window and curtain wall systems, and plaza waterproofing systems.
• Peer reviews of plans and specifications.
• Litigation support for projects involving all the issues discussed above.
• Assist our Waterproofing Division Principal/Director and senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Architectural Engineering (Master's degree preferred)
• 5+ years of architectural/engineering or construction management experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong computer graphic skills.
• Experience in any of the following areas is a plus: curtain wall design, historic preservation, industrial rope access/rock climbing, and public speaking.

Compensation:

The salary offered to the right candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's experience and qualifications, education, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Base salary is only one part of Terra-Petra's generous Total Compensation package. Our Total Compensation package includes base salary, a year-end bonus program, paid time off (PTO), and health, dental and vision benefits as well as a 401(k) contributions plan.

Terra-Petra is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. Please email your resume to

About Terra-Petra:

Are you a problem solver who is eager to make a difference?

The Terra-Petra Waterproofing Division strives to provide a holistic approach to Building Envelope Consulting with a focus on "making our clients' lives easier." With offices in most major metropolitan areas across the country, Terra-Petra's Waterproofing Division has successfully worked on a variety of building waterproofing projects around the United States in a variety of climates. The mission of Terra-Petra's Waterproofing Division is to provide full scope building envelope consulting, design, testing and inspection services to our clients in major regions throughout the US. It is our intent to make our clients' lives easier by providing expert, unbiased and practical building envelope consulting services in a highly responsive manner. Our vision is to continue to grow the Terra-Petra Waterproofing Division into a world class, full scope consulting, design, testing and inspection division that services strategic markets to best fit our client's needs.

Principal Communication Systems Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

Our exciting Space client in the LA area are looking for a Principal Communication Systems Engineer to work across cutting-edge Communication Systems for Satellites, Spacecraft, and Aerospace systems.

In this position, you will lead the development of space architecture concepts, sub-system design, payload design, requirements development, analysis and decomposition, high-level software and hardware system architecture design, concept of operations (CONOPS) development, and risk assessment.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate customer and operational needs to define requirements, integrate technical parameters, and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces.
• Support reviews of requests for proposals to support solution development and response.
• Lead trade studies to optimize system architecture.
• Define and validate space system requirements and interfaces.
• Develop and direct technical concept development in support of proposals.
• Lead development of sub-system design, payload design, requirements development, analysis and decomposition, hardware system design, Link budget studies, gain line up, cascade analysis, array simulation studies, concept of operations (CONOPS) development, and risk reduction.
• Participate in developing system engineering processes for requirements management, flow down, and traceability.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Ideally 7 - 9 years of experience across Space communications.
• Very strong background in communication theory.
• Deep understanding of RF concept, impairments, and the resulting impacts.
• Background and practical experience with FPGA & modern vector processing engines.
• Experience with and understanding of satellite-communications standards (NR NTN, DVB-S2x, CCSDS).
• Experience with at least one scripting and one programming language (ideally Python & C++).
• Experience working with product/component developers and vendors who provide critical functionality to the overall system.
• Experience with optical communications systems.
• Ability to define work direction, track milestones, and demonstrate progress on large open-ended projects.

If you are interested then please apply today!

Job Title: Sr. Manager, Operations

Location: Remote

Long Term

Role Summary

The Sr. Manager, Operations is a strategic, cross-functional leader reporting directly to

the Director of Engineering, ERP Platform & Integration. This role uniquely spans the

three engineering verticals, BASIS, Integration, and Cloud/Platform, and is responsible

for driving operational excellence, system reliability, and cross-domain alignment.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in understanding the interdependence

and operational nuances across these areas, ensuring seamless coordination and

optimized performance. They will bring a modern mindset, a strong leadership

presence, and the ability to navigate complex technical environments with empathy,

clarity, and precision.

This role collaborates closely with engineering leads, TPMs, and the Technical

Documentation Specialist to ensure environments are well-documented, compliant, and

scalable. Additionally, the Sr. Manager will represent Enterprise Technology across

Operations & Technology, fostering strong cross-functional relationships, managing

vendor coordination, overseeing environment governance, and delivering insightful

operational reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Leadership

• Establish and lead cross-functional operational initiatives across Platform,

BASIS, and Integration, while managing a team of contractors and service

providers.

• Anticipate and optimize resource needs, including identifying performance

gaps, staffing requirements, and opportunities for efficiency.

• Develop and maintain environment management standards, including

release controls, patches, and transport processes.

• Ensure timely application of system patches, including security updates, to

maintain platform stability, compliance, and protection against

vulnerabilities.

• Oversee high availability and performance of systems through proactive

monitoring and incident response coordination.

Program & Process Management

• Establish new operational processes and standards to support the needs

of a newly formed company, including designing, implementing, and

evolving workflows that enable scalable, efficient, and resilient operations.

• Build with agility and adaptability in mind, enabling the organization to

respond effectively to evolving business priorities and strategic growth

opportunities.

• Partner with TPMs and PMO to align operational activities with project

timelines and business priorities.

• Drive continuous improvement in operational workflows, including

automation and tooling enhancements.

• Support Day 1 readiness and post-launch stabilization efforts.

Governance & Compliance

• Collaborate with the BASIS Security Engineer to ensure compliance with

SOX, GDPR, and internal controls.

• Own the organization and upkeep of operational documentation, ensuring

it is created when needed, logically structured, consistently maintained,

and easily accessible to relevant stakeholders.

• Track and report on operational KPIs, technical debt, and modernization

opportunities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between Platform, BASIS, and Integration teams to ensure

seamless coordination.

• Engage with vendors and service providers to manage SLAs and

operational dependencies.

• Support executive reporting and decision-making through clear summaries

and operational insights.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise IT operations, preferably in SAP or

ERP environments.

• Demonstrated ability to lead with empathy, foster collaboration across

diverse teams, and communicate technical concepts with clarity and

influence.

• Experience navigating change and ambiguity in transformation

environments, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional

development.

• Strong understanding of infrastructure, integration, and platform

operations.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex

technical programs.

• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (SOX, GDPR) and operational

governance.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills; experience with

Confluence, Jira, and visualization tools.

Who We Are

We are Skybound.

We love creators. We love fans. We love thrilling games, indelible images and moving stories. Our roots are in comics, but our brands extend to video games, television, movies, merchandise, and live experiences. We take special pride in original tales, fresh characters, and diverse voices.

From well-known franchises to freshly-minted originals, we offer the chance to join brilliant creators shaping a new generation of entertainment in a concentrated, agile environment where every perspective matters, and any idea can create a breakthrough.

Opportunity

Skybound is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Systems Designer to help build a thrilling new game franchise. The Senior Systems Designers create rewarding loops that help players set goals, progress, and stay engaged over multiple play sessions. They craft and tune player advancement and rewards across the entire game.

You will collaborate closely with the Game Director, department leads, and cross-disciplinary teams to define and drive the strategic vision for player progression and meta systems. You'll mentor other designers, establish best practices, and ensure the systems design team delivers high-quality, scalable solutions that support both gameplay and business goals.

If you're passionate about building compelling systems, love mentoring others, and thrive in a creative, combat-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Reports: This position will report to Game Director.

Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the vision and execution of player progression, meta systems, and engagement loops across single and multiplayer experiences.
• Define and drive KPIs for progression systems that align with player satisfaction and business goals.
• Mentor and guide systems designers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
• Own major feature areas from concept through implementation, ensuring quality and consistency across the game.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, art, UX, and production to ensure systems are well-integrated and technically feasible.
• Establish and evangelize best practices for systems design, documentation, and tool usage.
• Anticipate and resolve design challenges, proactively improving workflows and pipelines.
• Playtest and iterate on systems regularly, using data and player feedback to refine and optimize.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in the games industry, with a focus on systems design and progression.
• Proven leadership experience, including mentoring designers and leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Shipped at least one AAA title with significant ownership of progression or meta systems.
• Deep understanding of player psychology, engagement strategies, and content pacing.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex systems into clear, actionable designs.
• Experience collaborating with engineering on tool development and pipeline optimization.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with fluency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio, etc.
• Strategic mindset, balancing creative vision with technical and business constraints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Unreal Engine, including scripting and integration into production pipelines.
• Strong technical scripting skills and a willingness to learn new tools and technologies.
• Passion for combat-oriented games, player progression, and Skybound's unique properties.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time

Salary Range: $125,000 - $165,000

• Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to: market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc.
• The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees
• Compensation decisions are dependent on circumstances of each role

Skybound offers a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, as well as free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also offer a 401K plan with 4% match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, generous time off, wellness benefits, and tuition reimbursement.

Company Overview

Skybound is a multiplatform content company working closely with creators and their intellectual properties, extending stories and universes to new platforms, including comics, television, film, tabletop and video games, books, digital content, events, and beyond. We are home to critically-acclaimed global franchises, including The Walking Dead and Invincible.

Skybound Games produces, publishes and distributes video and tabletop games across all genres, including the multi-million-unit selling The Walking Dead video game series. In addition to our wholly-owned franchises, we work with independent developers to foster and create original games with compelling characters and worlds, strong creator and artistic focus, and innovative approaches to engaging genres.

Invincible is one of Skybound's tentpole franchises (celebrating 20 years!) and spans the world of comic books, merchandise, video games, and the critically acclaimed adult animated television series on Prime Video. Now in its second season, the television show has consistently ranked as one of Prime Videos top-streamed series with a 99% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Based on the groundbreaking comic book by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, Invincible revolves around 18-year-old Mark Grayson, who's just like every other guy his age—except his father is (or was) the most powerful superhero on the planet. Still reeling from Nolan's betrayal in Season One, Mark struggles to rebuild his life as he faces a host of new threats, all while battling his greatest fear - that he might become his father without even knowing it.

The show stars Steven Yeun, with Sandra Oh, Zazie Beetz, Grey Griffin, Chris Diamantopoulos, Walton Goggins, Gillian Jacobs, Jason Mantzoukas, Ross Marquand, Khary Payton, Zachary Quinto, Andrew Rannells, Kevin Michael Richardson, Seth Rogen, and J.K. Simmons. Executive producers include Skybound's own Kirkman, David Alpert, and Margaret M. Dean.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Skybound we value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! Skybound is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, hair texture or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Skybound complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination.

Skybound will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the CA Fair Chance Act and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

For more information on our Privacy Policy, visit: working/work at home options are available for this role.