Digital Surface Modeler (Alias Class-A)

CFMOTO USA; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CFMOTO USA is seeking a Digital Surface Modeler to transform design sketches into high-quality 3D models. You’ll work with designers, clay modelers, and engineers to elevate design intent and advance the next generation of powersports vehicles.

You will create Class-A Alias models from sketches, translate 2D concepts into accurate 3D forms, and refine surface quality for multiple projects in a fast-paced studio near Minneapolis.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of automotive, transportation, or powersports digital surfacing experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Alias (Class-A, Sub-D, surface analysis).
• Strong understanding of vehicle proportions and volumes; surface tension, continuity, and reflection control.
• Ability to translate and enhance design intent, not just represent it.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality Class-A and Sub-D Alias models from sketches and design themes.
• Translate and elevate 2D concepts into compelling 3D forms with accurate proportions and theme representation.
• Refine surface quality, highlights, continuity, and reflection control.
• Collaborate closely with designers, engineers, and clay sculptors throughout development.
• Support design reviews, engineering releases, and prototype activities.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment across multiple projects and timelines.

Skills

Alias Class-A

Surface modeling

Vehicle proportions

Design intent translation

Team collaboration

Tools

Autodesk Alias

Job description

CFMOTO is looking for a talented Digital Surface Modeler who can transform design sketches into exceptional 3D digital design models. This role goes beyond building surfaces, you'll work alongside designers, clay modelers, and engineers to elevate design theme intent and help create the next generation of future powersports vehicles.

What You'll Do

• Create high-quality Class-A and Sub-D Alias models from sketches and design themes.
• Translate and elevate 2D concepts into compelling 3D forms with accurate proportions and theme representation.
• Refine surface quality, highlights, continuity, and reflection control.
• Collaborate closely with designers, engineers, and clay sculptors throughout development.
• Support design reviews, engineering releases, and prototype activities.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment across multiple projects and timelines.

What We're Looking For

Required

• 2-5 years of automotive, transportation, or powersports digital surfacing experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Alias (Class-A, Sub-D, surface analysis).
• Strong understanding of:
• Vehicle proportions and volumes
• Surface tension, continuity, and reflection control
• Part breaks and product architecture
• Ability to translate and enhance design intent, not just represent it.
• Great pulse on the trends of styling and design
• Exceptional attention to detail and execution.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Willing to travel to Asia 1-2 times per year.

Personal Attributes

• Positive, proactive, and self-driven.
• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Team-oriented with a willingness to mentor and support others.

Nice to Have

• High-quality rendering, animation, and storytelling skills.
• Powersports, motorcycle, or off-road industry experience.
• International travel and multicultural work experience.

Why CFMOTO?

Located just outside Minneapolis, the CFMOTO DIG combines a small, highly creative R&D team with the resources of a global organization. Our studio includes full scale clay milling, prototype facilities, and industry-leading design software and tools, all within minutes of bike trails, parks, restaurants, and year-round outdoor adventures.

Ride the latest CFMOTO products, collaborate with world class talent, and help define the future of powersports design.