3D Animator

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) • Pullman, WA

1d • $32 - $47 • Onsite

About The Position

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking a skilled and creative 3D Animator to develop high quality, photorealistic animations that support product communication, marketing initiatives, and technical storytelling. This role is responsible for transforming concepts, storyboards, and technical information into accurate and engaging visual content that highlights SEL devices, systems, and mechanics. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in 3D animation workflows along with a solid understanding of motion, timing, and realistic representation. This position works collaboratively with designers, videographers, and stakeholders across teams to ensure animations align with creative direction, brand standards, and platform specific requirements. The animator will manage multiple deadlines, iterate based on feedback, and contribute to consistently high visual quality across all deliverables. As a 3D Animator a typical day might include the following: Create high-quality 3D animations for products, systems, objects, and visual effects. Collaborate with designers and videographers to ensure animation aligns with creative vision and technical requirements Interpret storyboards, and creative briefs to produce compelling animations Apply animation principles such as timing, weight, spacing, and movement within a photo-realistic style that accurately represents SEL devices and device mechanics. Refine and iterate animations based on feedback from internal teams and stakeholders. Optimize animations for use across marketing platforms and promotional materials, ensuring they meet channel specific requirements. Maintain consistency in animation style, quality, and brand guidelines Manage multiple tasks and deadlines This job might be for you if have the following: Proven experience as a 3D Animator or in a similar role Proficiency with industry standard 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, Cinema 4D, or equivalent). Strong understanding of animation fundamentals, 3D production workflows, lighting, shading, and rendering principles. Knowledge of motion capture workflows and cleanup. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to accept and apply constructive feedback. High attention to detail with strong problem solving, time management, and organizational abilities. Portfolio or demo reel showcasing relevant 3D animation work. Location Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area. Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees. We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options. We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay. We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs. Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits. Pay Range Data We anticipate filling this position as a Marketing Designer (3D animator) $32.00 - $47.00 an hour. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Communication with Applicants We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at [email protected]. SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled. SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a 3D Animator or in a similar role
• Proficiency with industry standard 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, Cinema 4D, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of animation fundamentals, 3D production workflows, lighting, shading, and rendering principles.
• Knowledge of motion capture workflows and cleanup.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to accept and apply constructive feedback.
• High attention to detail with strong problem solving, time management, and organizational abilities.
• Portfolio or demo reel showcasing relevant 3D animation work.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D animations for products, systems, objects, and visual effects.
• Collaborate with designers and videographers to ensure animation aligns with creative vision and technical requirements
• Interpret storyboards, and creative briefs to produce compelling animations
• Apply animation principles such as timing, weight, spacing, and movement within a photo-realistic style that accurately represents SEL devices and device mechanics.
• Refine and iterate animations based on feedback from internal teams and stakeholders.
• Optimize animations for use across marketing platforms and promotional materials, ensuring they meet channel specific requirements.
• Maintain consistency in animation style, quality, and brand guidelines
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Benefits

• Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed