Software Engineering Co-Op

CAE • Arlington, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a hands-on, technical Co-Op position for a motivated student artist interested in pursuing a career in 3D modeling and design. The successful candidate will work alongside senior 3D Artists to produce assets for a virtual environment that simulates real-world, geo-specific features. The ideal candidate performs productively in a fast-paced work environment, has great communication skills, works well independently and as part of a team, is passionate about their work and is eager to be part of a dynamic group of focused and creative individuals. The candidate must be willing to work assignments within agreed budgets and schedules. Solutions must be consistent with organizational processes.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's degree (or higher level) college/university program majoring in Art or similar field, preferably with an emphasis on 3D modeling or similar computer aided design, and in your junior year or higher
• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0
• A link to example 3D model work portfolio
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Experience in 3D Modeling, texturing and/or animation (coursework or personal interests/projects)
• Proficiency using Modeling Tools (i.e. Creator, Maya, 3D StudioMax, Blender, MODO)
• Must be willing to learn new procedures and applications
• Must have good diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must be customer service-oriented
• Must have excellent communication skills (written & oral)
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role

Nice To Haves

• Basic Linux command line familiarity
• Character Modeling & Rigging
• Experience using Substance Suite (Adobe Creative Suite a plus)
• PBR texturing experience is a plus
• Experience with Unreal Engine is a plus
• Experience using Perforce (or similar version control software)
• Programming experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the design, development, and implementation of modeled assets in a collaborative environment
• Creation of maintenance of 3D model asset databases
• Creation of model textures, substance encoding, and model animations
• Process documentation in a common knowledge repository
• Status of work products and project progression

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern