Sr Digital Sculptor
About The Position
The Senior Digital Sculptor is a member of Harley-Davidson’s Design Studio Technical Operations team. The role leads coordination and development of digital and physical vehicle concept mock-ups, working with Industrial Designers, Design Engineers, and Model Builders through computer-aided design, rapid prototyping, visualization and communication, and project management. The Senior Digital Sculptor is also a continuous improvement champion, identifying and implementing new technologies in the Digital Sculptor’s duties and the overall design process. The position is based onsite at the Product Development Center in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. It has no direct reports and requires 0–10% travel. Domestic relocation assistance is available. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship or transfer is not available.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Typically, at least 5 years of related experience.
- Ability to interpret design direction from verbal instructions, concept sketches, and/or clay models.
- Experience conceptualizing and communicating alternative design solutions through CAD models, hand sketches, or similar methods.
- CAD modeling skills for highly stylized and functional parts using subdivision, parametric, and technical surfacing modeling, as well as sheet-metal and mechanism tools and techniques.
- Understanding of Class-A surface development and first flange/fillet deliverables.
- Ability to manage large assemblies using simplified representations.
- Ability to generate working CAD models from clay scan data.
- Experience with real-time visualization tools such as KeyShot, KeyVR, or VRED.
- Ability to manage projects from CAD through finished product.
- Understanding of Design for Manufacturability, including injection molding and stamping.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- A degree from an accredited art school is desired.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to develop part designs that meet functional and aesthetic requirements.
- Develop and manage 3D CAD part models and full-vehicle, large assemblies (LAM).
- Establish and host CAD design reviews with Design Studio team members.
- Provide technical feedback to Industrial Designers, Model Builders, and prototype suppliers throughout development.
- Create technical drawings to communicate part designs to the internal machine shop or outside suppliers.
- Apply knowledge of rapid-prototyping processes, including SLS and SLA 3D printing, CNC milling, and traditional metal fabrication techniques such as cutting, welding, and bending; account for injection molding and stamping to support design for manufacturability.
- Establish mock-up build strategies with Industrial Designers and concept build shop team members.
- Coordinate, communicate, and track part ordering and delivery for physical mock-up builds using the electronic work order system and indirect procurement.
- Recommend and implement continuous improvements, including new technologies or tools that advance Digital Sculptor work and the design process.
Benefits
- Annual bonus programs for full-time salaried employees.
- Health insurance benefits.
- 401(k) program.
- Onsite fitness centers.
- Employee stores.
- Employee discounts on products and accessories.
- Domestic relocation assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
