Technical Illustrator

Job Description

The 3D Technical Illustrator supports all technical illustration development tasks within the Parts, Service & Technical Division, producing high quality 3D and 2D visuals for technician training modules, repair processes, and dealership recall instructions. This role is part of a four-person illustration team operating within a structured production workflow.

Technical Illustration Production (Approx. 90%)

• Create detailed 3D renderings and hard surface models using Maya
• Produce high quality materials, lighting, texturing, and Key Shot renders
• Create softsurface textures (e.g., vehicle seats and interiors)
• Produce 2D illustrations and graphics using Adobe tools
• Execute imagery aligned with storyboard instructions
• Deliver assets for training modules typically consisting of 20+ images
• Work within standard project timelines (approx. 2 weeks per module)

Special Projects (Approx. 10%)

• Support updates, revisions, and specialized illustration tasks
• Assist with occasional animation needs (nice to have)

• 6+ years of professional technical illustration experience
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong proficiency in:
  • Maya (primary 3D tool)
  • Key Shot
  • Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
• Experience with hard surface modeling and rendering
• Familiarity with automotive systems (preferred)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word)
• Portfolio demonstrating 3D models, rendering, and texturing

• Adobe In Design
• Animation experience
• Gaming, VFX, or similar 3D industries experience

It is a 12-month contract that is looking to pay $35 to $39 an hour pending experience and will be onsite in Torrance, CA.

Contract position based out of Torrance, CA.

The pay range for this position is $39.74 - $39.74/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Torrance, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.