To launch Netflix's The Electric State, we achieved a massive mechatronics milestone: translating two purely VFX movie characters into a pair of real-world, 800-pound, 8-legged autonomous 'Billbots' for a global promotional tour. I directed design of the mechanical engineering, electrical architecture, control systems, and industrial scenic design for both robotics platforms from inception to deployment. To handle the heavy structural loads, my team engineered a machined aluminum chassis powered by a high-torque, battery-driven geared motor and chain linkage system that precisely synchronized the kinematics of all eight locomotive legs. Controlled via a custom low-latency wireless remote system, the platforms executed complex tank-style pivots and navigated high-traffic urban terrains from NYC to London to Sydney. Beyond the bots themselves, I designed and engineered all ancillary industrial infrastructure—including custom heavy lift transport carts and specialized crating platforms—while my team managed on-site technical operations and fleet maintenance throughout the multi-continental tour.