3D Artist – Environment or Vessel Development

VSTEP Simulation

Rotterdam

Hybrid

EUR 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

25 annual holidays

Unlimited access to learning platform

Keti-Koti holiday

Travel compensation

Job summary

A leading maritime simulator developer in Rotterdam is seeking a talented 3D Artist to create and texture 3D vessel models and environments. The role requires experience with 3D modeling software and excellent communication skills. This position offers a hybrid work environment, flexible hours, and competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

Experience with 3D modelling software such as 3DS Max or Blender.
Ability to create models based on real-world references.
Familiarity with Git or SVN.
Excellent communication skills in English.
Portfolio showcasing work.
Dutch work permit for the Netherlands.
Excellent English communication.

Responsibilities

Create and texture accurate 3D vessel models.
Use Port Creation Tool to build terrain and place structures.
Integrate models into the simulation platform.

Skills

3D modelling software

Knowledge of UV unwrapping

Version control tools

Excellent communication in English

Autonomy

Tools

3DS Max

Blender

Photoshop

Git

SVN

Azure DevOps

Jira

Job description

Overview

3D Artist – Environment or Vessel Development at VSTEP Simulation. Join to apply for the 3D Artist – Environment or Vessel Development role at VSTEP Simulation.

We’re building the next generation of maritime simulators and are looking for talented 3D Artists to join our creative team.

Responsibilities

3D Vessel Development Artist: Create and texture accurate 3D vessel models based on deck plans, photos, and technical references. Integrate models into our simulation platform using internal tools (e.g. adding navigation/search lights, anchoring systems, mooring points).
3D Environment Artist: Gather references such as height data, photo references and nautical charts. Use our Port Creation Tool to build terrain, seabeds, and place buildings and vegetation from our library. Model and place structures like bridges and landmarks. Add detail with elements like buoys, signs, and night-time lighting to bring scenes to life.

Requirements

Experience with 3D modelling software such as 3DS Max or Blender and tools like Photoshop.
Knowledge of UV unwrapping and the ability to create models based on real-world references.
Strong understanding of real-time performance constraints, and the ability to work within texture and triangle budgets.
Experience with version control tools such as Git or SVN. Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Jira or similar is a plus.
A portfolio that showcases your work.
A Dutch working permit that allows you to live and work in the Netherlands.
Excellent communication skills in English.

What you are

Proactive, accurate and attentive to details. Pride in the work you create.
A believer in autonomy and personal accountability.
Self-driven, reliable, and able to take the lead when needed.
Based in the Netherlands, near our office in Rotterdam.

What you want in a job

A professional, informal, hybrid work environment based in Rotterdam.
Flexible working hours between 07:00 and 19:00.
A diverse, international, and supportive team.
Contributing to the design of the next generation simulators.
25 annual holidays / 200 holiday hours based on a 40-hour contract.
Unlimited access to GoodHabitz, learning platform.
Keti-Koti on the first of July, as an extra holiday.
Competitive salary and benefits, as well as travel compensation.

About Us

VSTEP | Enable learning by simulation. VSTEP is a leading developer of ship simulators and virtual training software based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. With over 50 dedicated professionals, we train marine and safety professionals through simulation to work towards a safer world. Our NAUTIS product portfolio covers the full learning and training cycle of maritime professionals, along with Response Simulator for emergency responders.

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