Digital Sculptor (Alias)

Toyota North America; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota Calty Design Research, Inc. in Ann Arbor, MI, seeks an expert Alias Digital Sculptor to develop exterior surfaces of vehicles using Alias NURBS, with Sub-D modeling familiarity. You will work closely with automotive designers to translate 2D concepts into production-ready 3D surfaces.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of experience with Alias and a strong eye for automotive aesthetics, detail, and deadlines, with a passion for innovative design in a collaborative studio setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Transportation Design.
• 7+ years using Alias to create digital automotive exterior surfaces.
• Ability to translate 2D sketches to 3D exterior surfaces with aesthetic sensibility.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with Sub-D modeling and polygon modeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop high-quality exterior surfaces from 2D renderings and 3D concept data (Sub-D, Blender).
• Collaborate with designers and engineers to refine models per design direction changes.
• Manage deliverables and project timelines to produce production-level exterior surfaces.

Skills

Alias digital sculpting

Exterior surface modeling

Collaboration with design/engineering

Education

Bachelor's in Industrial or Transportation Design

Tools

Alias

Sub-D modeling

Blender

Job description

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Calty Design Research, Inc. is part of Toyota’s global design network and contributes innovative design concepts for a diverse vehicle and mobility lineup. Calty’s primary goal is to research market trends and create innovative vehicle and mobility designs that reflect US tastes as well as other global markets. We participate in a variety of project activities, including experimental concepts, advanced, competition and production design for the Toyota and Lexus brands. These design solutions are often shared and developed in collaboration with other Toyota design, planning, engineering and manufacturing groups in Japan and the US. Our goal at Calty is to bring passion and creativity to every aspect of our design work. We invite you to explore career opportunities at Calty and a chance to be a part of our exciting journey.

Who We’re Looking For

We are currently seeking an expert level Alias Digital Sculptor for our Production Design Studio located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This position is responsible for working closely with automotive designers to develop primarily 3D EXTERIOR surfaces of vehicles using Alias NURBS with familiarity in Sub-D modeling.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Create and help develop high-quality aesthetic exterior surfaces from 2D renderings and 3D concept data (including Sub-D, Blender models);
• Collaborate with designers and engineers to refine models according to design direction changes;
• Manage deliverables and project timeline to efficiently produce production-level exterior surfaces.

What You Bring

• A Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Transportation Design;
• 7+ years’ experience using Alias to create digital models of automotive exterior surfaces;
• Talent and ability to develop 2D automotive exterior sketch to a 3D digital surface applying aesthetic and design sensibility;
• Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
• Familiarity with Sub-D modeling and polygon modeling ability a plus.

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.