Senior Design Sculptor – Computational Lead

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidates is expected to report to the Tech Center in Warren, MI on a full-time basis

The Role

The General Motors Design organization is transforming the future of transportation and mobility solutions. This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a team that is impacting the future of young people, as well as building the diverse talent pipeline for GM Design!

We are seeking a computational design and parametric modeling expert to drive the development of advanced workflows, innovation, and training throughout the GM design community using NX Algorithmic Modeling, Rhino, Grasshopper, Alias, Dynamo software, and other software. In this role, you will contribute to problem solving with design and engineering partners. You will provide technical expertise and guidance to cross functional studio teams.

What Youll Do:

Exhibits a safety mindset while identifying, taking ownership, and resolving safety concerns

Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the use of Computational Design and algorithms to build complex sculpted surfaces for both conceptual, pre-production, and production purposes

Mentors sculptors on the use, theory, and implementation of Computational Design

Builds cross-platform hybrid workflows to generate high quality patterns using NURBS, NX Solid Modeling and Subdivisional surfaces to achieve Design’s themes

Develops innovative workflows, tools, and process for integration of Computational Design strategies into the overall vehicle design process

Collaborates in the development of advanced surfacing through the creation of branded textures and patterns

Creates vehicle exterior and interior themes using digital sculpting tools and form development

Highly adept at balancing workloads to accommodate program needs across multiple studios

Enables opportunities for collaboration to accomplish organizational goals

Develop high quality aesthetic surfaces for digital models throughout the GVDP

Assist in Testing, Developing common GM Global Design processes, and Best Practices

Frequently assists studio personnel in developing solutions to engineering and design problems

Adhere to and reinforce corporate data management processes (Teamcenter, SharePoint, PDM, etc.) and communication systems (timekeeping, email, etc.)

Active participant in studio and patio reviews. Contributes expert aesthetic judgement with the studio design team by offering 3D solutions

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) :

Demonstrates the courage to make the changes that will improve the organization and helps others overcome their resistance to change

Approachable to others and builds an internal network and quickly escalates to leadership any personnel conflicts that arise

Strong ability for estimating timing requirements for GVDP model execution

Expertise in the use of computational software, i.e. Alias, NX, Rhino, Grasshopper, Dynamo

Proficient in the use of current office software (Excel, Power Point, Word, etc.) with strong ability to create presentations/communication documentation

Seeks opportunities for innovation by executing on latest ideas and implementing continuous improvement initiatives

Bachelor’s degree preferred/equivalent industry related experience considered

Advanced scripting and computer programming knowledge on Python or C# are preferred.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;

• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;

• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;

• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;

• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. GM is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, all practices and decisions relating to terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment are made without regard to an individuals protected characteristics. For purposes of this policy, “protected characteristics” include an individuals actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, weight, height, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.​

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