Wētā Workshop houses a complete one-stop physical effects workshop under one roof, located in Miramar - Wellington

It's all made possible through intense collaboration by multi-skilled artists and craftsmen between and across our departments. The creativity, passion and tenacity of the Wētā Workshop crew is second to none.

We're often on the lookout for great people who are passionate about making things to join the crew - either for short-term projects or to join the team full-time.

Our multi-disciplinary and dynamic Animatronics Team have been involved in some exciting, challenging and ambitious projects - with more on the horizon. 

We are keen to hear from experienced people who are keen to join us, especially if you have expertise in:

• Mechanical CAD Design
• Software Development at a senior level
• Electrical Engineering
• Character Animation

Senior CAD Designer

You'll be instrumental in the development of humanoid and creature robotics, collaborating with engineers to model, test, and optimize mechanical designs for cutting-edge animatronics and robotics projects

Find out more about what we do and what we look for in our Senior CAD Designer job description.

Senior Software Developer

Develop core software systems that control our world-leading humanoid and creature robots, working closely with our mechanical and electrical engineers.

Find out more about what we do and what we look for in our Senior Software Developer job description.

Electrical Engineer

Design and implement advanced electrical systems for humanoid and creature robotics in close collaboration with mechanical and software engineers to create cutting-edge robotics.

Find out more about what we do and what we look for in our Electrical Engineer job description.

Character Animator

Bring our humanoid and creature robotics to life through animation and interactive behavioural design, working closely with engineers and designers to crate fluid and lifelike robotic movements.

Find out more about what we do and what we look for in our Character Animator job description.

Please note - these are expressions of interest only - we don't have live vacancies at the moment. 

Our crew leaders in the Animatronics team will be able to review your expression of interest and reach out once we have projects available!

Reach out to [email protected] for more information - or click I'm Interested to register your interest.