Job Description

ABOUT US
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At Daimler Truck, we change today’s transportation and create real impact together. We take responsibility around the globe and work together on making our vision become reality: Leading Sustainable Transportation. As one global team, we drive our progress and success together – everyone at Daimler Truck makes the difference. Together, we want to achieve a sustainable transportation, reduce our carbon footprint, increase safety on and off the track, develop smarter technology and attractive financial solutions. All essential, to fulfill our purpose - for all who keep the world moving.Become part of our global team: You make the difference - YOUMAKEUS

• Develop and deliver finished Class A models in Alias or ICEM Surf with minimal supervision.
• Interpret design intent from rough sketches, mesh scan data, section data, and engineering surfaces.
• Create surfaces that comply with engineering requirements, including draft angles, minimum radii, part thickness, and gap specifications.
• Ensure closure of volumes with exceptional surface quality and adherence to constraints.
• Review and implement changes required for Class A release to support part production.
• Utilize digital tools and best practices to deliver accurate surface data efficiently.
• Produce renderings and visualizations for design and management reviews.
• Collaborate on digital model assembly for prototyping and feasibility studies.
• Manage data exchange and delivery to downstream departments, assisting with data transfer and development.
• Actively participate in the product development process, ensuring alignment with project milestones.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Plan and execute tasks independently or collaboratively to meet deadlines.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Digital Modelling, Product Design, Transportation Design, or Mechanical Engineering.

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in Autodesk Alias with ability to deliver high-quality surfaces quickly.
• Knowledge of ICEM Surf, UG NX, CATIA, Blender, Maya, and other 3D modeling tools is a plus.
• Experience in Poly modeling.

Visualization & Rendering:

• Automotive virtual prototyping using VRED (gap analysis, clipping).
• Rendering experience with Blender, VRED, and KeyShot.
• Post-production and sketching skills in Photoshop.

Additional Tools:

• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe InDesign.

Design Sensitivity:

• Strong understanding of automotive surfacing with attention to proportion, surface quality, and detailing.
• Ability to interpret functional and ergonomic requirements and translate them into precise surfaces.
• Passion for latest trends in surfacing and ability to solve complex surface and interface challenges.

Personal Attributes:

• Patience, self-driven, and ability to iterate designs to achieve perfection.