Visualization Designer II

Daimler Truck North America; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is seeking a Visualization Designer in the DTNA Design Center to push for design excellence across 3D visualization, VR experiences and AI-enhanced workflows. You will create photorealistic imagery and real-time experiences to support design reviews and global collaboration.

You bring a BA/BS in transportation or industrial design or visualization, 2+ years in automotive design, and proficiency with VRED, Unreal Engine, Autodesk and Vizcom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Transportation/Industrial Design or Visualization.
• 2+ years in automotive design studio.
• Experience using VR for design reviews and presentations.
• Experience integrating AI tools into workflows.
• Proficiency in VRED, Unreal Engine, Autodesk and Vizcom.
• Strong communication and collaboration across global teams.
• Ability to connect DTNA's mission with design work.
• Portfolio demonstrating photorealistic imagery and AI animations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of high-quality 3D visualization, animation and real-time experiences for reviews and executive presentations.
• Advance Virtual Reality workflows for immersive design reviews and decision-making.
• Integrate generative AI into visualization and design workflows to accelerate ideation.
• Research and adopt emerging tools and best practices in the Design Center.
• Collaborate across Daimler Truck's global design teams to align visualization, VR and AI strategies.
• Improve rendering methods through experimentation with new tech.
• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency using AI tools.

Skills

3D visualization

VR workflows

Real-time rendering

AI workflow integration

Cross-functional collaboration

Design process understanding

Portfolio presentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design or Visualization

Tools

VRED

Unreal Engine

Autodesk

Vizcom

Job description

Inside the Role

Be a Game Changer in The DTNA Design Center Team. We push for design excellence in all that we do and are driven by four core values: Respect, Pioneering, Tenacity & Excellence. Fostering an environment of genuine trust, inclusivity and belonging is paramount to how we operate. Our commitment to innovation and progressive design expression results in products that the customers and operators love.

As a Visualization Designer, you bring your creative expertise and passion for developing experiences in visualization, Virtual Reality, and generative AI to the DTNA Design team. With a relentless commitment to innovation and excellence, you will help propel the Design Center forward as we create future focused production and advanced design solutions.

Powered by passion, we shape tomorrow!

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

What You Drive at DTNA

• Lead the creation of high-quality 3D visualization, animation and real-time experiences that communicate design intent for reviews, executive presentations and global collaboration.
• Advance Virtual Reality workflows for immersive design reviews and decision-making across the Design Studio.
• Integrate generative AI into visualization and design workflows to accelerate ideation, improve efficiency and expand creative exploration.
• Serve as a technology ambassador by researching, evaluating and introducing emerging tools, workflows and best practices to the Design Center.
• Drive cross-department collaboration to align visualization, VR and AI strategies across Daimler Truck's global design teams.
• Continuously improve real time and static rendering methods through experimentation and adoption of new technologies.
• Proactively seek out opportunities to help other teams find efficiencies in their daily processes using AI tools.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design or Visualization
• 2+ years working in an automotive design studio
• Strong experience using Virtual Reality for design reviews and presentations
• Proven experience integrating AI tools into creative or technical workflows
• Proficiency in VRED, Unreal Engine, Autodesk and Vizcom
• Must be able to connect the bigger picture of DTNA's company mission with the Design Center team and project work
• Strategic and creative thinker with a strong understanding of the design process
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across global teams
• Latest portfolio for submission of proven ability to create photorealistic imagery, AI vehicle animations and real-time visualization

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Experience building or optimizing real-time visualization pipelines
• Experience automating workflows or developing custom tools for design teams

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type: Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

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