Digital Modeller

Are you a creative design individual looking to contribute to an ambitious, forward-thinking tech-driven studio? At General Motors Europe, you’ll work at the intersection of creativity, design and cutting-edge technology across multiple brand studios to push the boundaries of what’s possible in automotive design. General Motors' Creative Design is looking for a Digital Modeler to create digital models by developing aesthetic surfaces which meet time and quality requirements as directed for assigned programs.

You will contribute to the creation of new modeling practices and procedures with occasional demonstrations. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

• Develop surfaces for physical or digital models throughout the GVDP
• Support studio personnel in the development of solutions to engineering and design challenges
• Support surface releases which meet Design approval, production engineering, and data release requirements
• Comprehend program timelines and all related model quality requirements
• Adhere to common GM Global Design processes / best practices
• Occasional mentoring others in achieving GVDP modeling standards and technical ability
• Perform assessment of surface quality
• Adhere to corporate data management processes (Team Center, SharePoint etc.) and communication systems (timekeeping, email etc.)
• Ask for and anticipate customer needs; make all business decisions to support those needs

• Demonstrates the courage to make the changes that will improve the organization, and helps others overcome their resistance to change
• Knowledge of the Design Process in a Design Studio Environment
• 4+ years of Digital modelling experience in an Automotive OEM or Large Consultancy using Autodesk Alias, with experience of both Sub Divisional modelling and Nurbs modelling.
• Experience in the creation of both Vehicle Exterior and Interior Digital models
• Strong Organisational and Communication Skills
• High level of creative proficiency
• Strong sketch interpretation skills and ability to translate Design input into 3D models
• Ability to successfully incorporate engineering criteria into a design theme
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others
• Good oral and written communications skills
• Functional knowledge in the use of current office software (Excel, Power Point, Word, etc.)
• Nurbs modelling experience using Alias Soft modelling/poly modelling experience for soft trimmed parts using SUB-D/Blender or similar on interiors is desirable but not essential.
• Seeks opportunities for innovation by executing on the latest ideas, a thirst for exploring and integrating new tools and technologies and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Design/Transport Design/Product Design/3D/Animation or equivalent experience

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

• Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.

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