Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Technical 3D Artist II assists in creating intermediate to complex technical animations for use in technical manuals such as operator manuals, repair/maintenance manuals, training material, and parts books and in e-learning environments such as CBT and instructor-led training. Works closely with other technical 3D artists and technical writer(s). Creates animations hyperlinked to textual information in a content management system, schematics that animate theory of operation, technical animation of repair procedures, and many other types of technical animation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilizes existing data to maximize use of previously developed artwork
• Develops and maintains internal art specifications to match each unique customer and project requirements
• Creates and revises intermediate technical illustrations and animations from engineering prints, photographs, 3D CAD model files, sketches, rough descriptions, or other source material
• Creates and revises artwork according to customer guidelines, internal specifications, and established company policies and procedures
• Generates final artwork for projects based on established criteria and within established timelines and budget
• Understands and immediately reports out-of-scope issues with program/project management and/or client
• Provides accurate and timely status updates to internal and external clients and management as needed
• Continues to learn, identify, and apply cost-saving techniques
• Identifies, documents, and communicates process improvement opportunities with supervisors and team members
• Two to three (2-3) years of experience or specialized training in 3D drawings or animation (using Autodesk Maya, Maxon Cinema 4D, Unity, or similar 3D modeling programs) preferred

Technical Experience:

· Intermediate experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, and Premiere)

· Intermediate knowledge in creating/modifying 3D art with lighting and texturing in Maya or other similar 3D application (i.e., Cinema4D, 3D Studio Max, Blender, Unity)

· Ability to create intermediate level technical animations according to customer and internal specifications using animation software

· Ability to read and understand 2D engineering drawings and 3D CAD model files

· Ability to revise and create intermediate level animations and technical illustrations utilizing engineering prints, photographs, 3D CAD model files, sketches, rough descriptions, or other source material

· Intermediate proficiency in polygon modelling; includes creating models from scratch and modifying existing CAD models

· Understanding of how to create a UV set to apply a texture map

· Knowledgeable on how to create and apply shaders for 3D models

· Knowledge of physically based rendering (PBR) is a plus

· Familiar with lighting a scene for rendering

· Basic understanding of simple keyframe animation is required

· Familiar with render layers for compositing

· Understanding of the different ways to composite multiple renders or images together for a final image

· Experience with color correcting used in conjunction with the compositing process

· Ability to create/composite different types of source material to be used as a texture map for a 3D object

· Experience with exporting FBX models, including preparation and optimization

· Overall knowledge of Unity and its’ user interface, layout, and tools, including FBX import, texture map import, shaders, lighting a scene, and post processing effects is a plus

· Experience or basic knowledge of C# is a plus

Certification / Licensure:

• Valid driver’s license in state of residency with acceptable driving record is preferred
• Government/Military Common Access Card (CAC) to work on assigned contracts and/or projects may be required
• Secret clearance issued by the Department of Defense (DoD) clearance may be required

The statements contained herein describe the essential functions of this position and is not an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individual may perform additional duties as required, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Miamisburg, OH 45342: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Maya or other similar 3D application: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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