3D CAD & Dig Illustrator 1 (52528) at Haas Automation, Inc.

Summary

3D CAD and Digital Illustrator 1 - Salary Range: $25.00 - $35.00/ Hr.

3D CAD and Digital Illustrator works in both the CAD design world and the 3D rendering world. The final products of this position are lightweight 3D Solid Models for customer use, and fully dimensioned 2D Machine Layout Drawings (MLD) for internal and external use. Secondary projects, if workload permits, may include: full-color, photorealistic 3D illustrations depicting Haas machines and internal components in cross-section views, including descriptive diagrams, exploded-view illustrations, and semi-realistic assembly illustrations. The process involves working directly with Haas Product Engineers to compile the necessary 3D models of Haas CNC machines and sub-assemblies, and then simplifying them to create customer-facing models and MLDs. Strong experience in SolidWorks, 3D Studio Max, Redshift, and standard Adobe products like Photoshop, etc., required. This position requires solid mechanical knowledge, but offers some freedom on the render and animation side.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Works within the marketing schedule to ensure that all assigned 3D model, MLD, illustration tasks, and special projects are completed on time.
• Work on Macintosh and/or PC platform computers, using software programs such as SolidWorks, 3D Studio Max, PhotoWorks and Adobe Photoshop, and other 3D rendering software.
• Create lightweight, defeatured 3D Models and 2D Machine Layout Drawings quickly and efficiently.
• Create photorealistic illustrations, renderings, exploded-view diagrams, and simple 2D drawings quickly and efficiently, when required.
• Uses digital camera, photo scanning, and retouching in Adobe Photoshop.
• Organizes own work area (files, in/out baskets, etc.), and performs routine maintenance on computers and files.
• 0-5% travel required.
• Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to escalate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.
• Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty adequately. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have experience working in computer software programs such as, SolidWorks, 3D Studio Max, Cinema 4D, PhotoWorks, Redshift, and Adobe Photoshop.
• Must possess the ability to understand complex machine designs and simplify them for customer use.
• Must possess some engineering background, mechanical aptitude, and understanding of how mechanical devices work.
• Must possess the ability to create complex, photorealistic 3D models, illustrations, and renderings.
• Can comprehend basic and advanced technical specifications and mechanical workings of Haas products and mechanical systems.

Desired Qualifications

• Skilled 3+ years or more in 3-D model experience within Solidworks and some machine tool background or exposure to machine tools would be helpful.

Education

Associate's degree AA/AS/AAS from a two-year college or technical school is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Major

Minimum Years of Experience

1-3 years

Language Skills

Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations in English. Must be able to write analytical and/or technical reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and create instructional reference material. Able to speak effectively before groups, customers, employees of the organization and/or the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. May need to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Must be able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions such as mathematical and/or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activity

Duration

Sitting

Frequently

Standing

Frequently

Walking

Frequently

Bending (neck)

Frequently

Bending (waist)

Occasionally

Squatting

Occasionally

Twisting (neck)

Occasionally

Twisting (waist)

Occasionally

Climbing

Rarely

Kneeling

Rarely

Crawling

Rarely

Reaching (above shoulder level)

Frequently

Reaching (below shoulder level)

Frequently

Hand Use

Duration

Repetitive use of hand

Frequently

Simple grasping

Frequently

Power grasping

Occasionally

Fine manipulation

Occasionally

Pushing & Pulling

Occasionally

Vision

Required

Close vision

Yes

Distance vision

Yes

Color vision

Yes

Peripheral vision

Yes

Depth perception

Yes

Adjust focus

Yes

Lifting Requirements

Duration

0-10 lbs.

Occasionally

11-25 lbs.

Occasionally

26-50 lbs.

Occasionally

51-60 lbs.

Never

61+ lbs.

Never

Equipment Use

Duration

This position requires computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc.

Frequently

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Noise Level

The Noise Level In The Work Environment Is Usually

Low

Work Environment

Duration

This position operates in a general office or engineering lab environment

Constantly

Employee will work around machining or on the production floor

Never

Employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration

Never

Employee is exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes or airborne particles

Never

Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold or extreme heat

Never

Employee is exposed to risk of electrical shock

Never