Designer I - 3D Modeler Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for creating and maintaining photo quality aircraft rendering images for interior and exterior design (layouts, elevations, styling and true to life color selections) as defined and requested by Customers and the Embraer Executive Aircraft Sales and Proposals teams.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the interior and exterior selection process with timely and accurate photo quality renderings, other images and drawing based documents which reflects the choices of the Customer and gives them representation of the finished look of the aircraft.
• Assists Sales, Proposals, and the Design and Configuration department by producing proposal drawings for future work.
• Creates images to support the development of technical material for each product in order to make option sales available.
• Creates images to support executive aircraft technical documents produced in support of contracts and sales.
• Prepares detailed and accurate aircraft Interior Design package three-dimensional Computer Aided Design images and drawings which support the Customer contract amendment process
• Assists with the creation of Interior Design standards drawings, processes, procedures and work instructions.
• Stays informed of current trends and practices in the Computer Aided Design field.
• Reviews state-of-the art industry developments and makes recommendations to the management team on cost-effective additions and/or modifications to meet department and corporate goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer aided design, industrial design or graphic arts specializing in 3D software, or related field preferred.

Experience:

• Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Entry level experience with 3D Rendering is required.
• Training or experience in operating color plotters and scanners is required.
• Print media and photo retouching skills are required.
• Experience should include 3Ds Max/V-Ray/Adobe Creative Suite and Corel Draw X5, Z Brush or other related photo quality rendering software and image production suites.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Provide Interior and Exterior Rendering packages in accordance with the Interior Design and Sales objective.
2. Participate in formal Sales/Design Presentations with Sales Executive and Interior Designer.
3. Interface with Marketing, Design, and Engineering for input and to ensure accuracy of renderings.
4. Ensure the effective application of 3D rendering systems and procedures are applicable to the functional areas of responsibility by providing direction and support to management for the implementation, maintenance and selection of 3D rendering related hardware/software.
5. Organize and continually update drawing files as well as coordinate archiving drawing files for permanent records.
6. Promote efficient work practices and processes.
7. Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired business results.

Working Conditions / Environment / Special Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
• Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations

GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfies work schedule requirements.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.

Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.