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Mechanical Design Engineer II

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$76K - $103K/yr

Known for developing the original TASER energy weapon, the Axon engineering team is tasked with ... Proficiency with Creo or similar 3D CAD software * Knowledge in the design of plastic injection ...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$90K - $124K/yr

Known for developing the original TASER energy weapon, the Axon engineering team is tasked with ... Proficiency with Creo or similar 3D CAD software * Knowledge in the design of plastic injection ...

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How much do 3d weapon artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3d weapon artist in the United States is $39.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.16 and $48.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 3D Weapon Artist?

To thrive as a 3D Weapon Artist, you need a solid background in 3D modeling, texturing, and digital sculpting, typically supported by a degree in art, design, or a related field. Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Blender, Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter, along with familiarity with game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity, is highly valued. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills set standout candidates apart. These competencies ensure you can create high-quality, realistic assets that meet the visual and technical standards required by game or film studios.

What is a 3D Weapon Artist?

A 3D Weapon Artist is a digital artist who specializes in creating weapons for video games, films, and other media. They design, model, texture, and sometimes animate firearms, melee weapons, and futuristic arms with high detail and realism. Using tools like Blender, Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter, they bring concepts to life while optimizing assets for performance in game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity. Their role often involves collaborating with concept artists, animators, and game designers to ensure weapons fit the project's artistic and technical requirements.

What does a 3D Weapon Artist do?

A typical day for a 3D Weapon Artist involves collaborating closely with concept artists, animators, and game designers to create detailed and visually compelling weapon models. You'll often start by reviewing concept art and reference images, followed by sculpting, modeling, UV mapping, and texturing your assets to fit project specifications. Much of the day may be spent refining models based on feedback and ensuring they meet technical requirements for optimization within the game engine. Regular meetings and team reviews are common, helping ensure consistency in style and quality across the project. You'll also have opportunities to contribute creative ideas and learn new workflows as technologies and team needs evolve.

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Mechanical Design Engineer II

Axon

Scottsdale, AZ • On-site

$76K - $103K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Axon rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 156 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.
At Axon, we're on a mission to Protect Life. We're explorers, pursuing society's most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.
Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you'll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.
Your Impact
Axon is committed to improving public safety by developing cutting-edge, innovative technologies. Known for developing the original TASER energy weapon, the Axon engineering team is tasked with continual excellence to keep the organization at the forefront of the market.
Mechanical Design Engineers at Axon have full design ownership over next generation life-saving technology from conceptualization through production, who's work is highly visible to even the most senior executives. Our passionate leadership and cross-functional collaboration with product managers, electrical engineers, industrial designers, and manufacturing teams is vital to the success of the team and ensuring the safety of the general public for generations to come.
What You'll Do
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
  • Drive innovative product development from conceptualization to manufacturing
  • Utilize creative problem solving skills to lead ideation of new product architectural concepts for subsystem and system level designs
  • Construct and analyze high fidelity proof-of-concept prototypes
  • Perform detailed mechanical analysis to ensure proper function through FEA, tolerance analysis, testing, and other exploratory means
  • Collaborate regularly with both domestic and international stakeholders
  • Work autonomously and collaboratively in an empowering and fast-paced environment
  • Hone your engineering expertise in a dynamic learning environment focused on personal and professional development
What you bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3 years of product design experience in high-end consumer electronic products
  • Proficiency with Creo or similar 3D CAD software
  • Knowledge in the design of plastic injection molded, stamped metal, die-cast, and machined parts
  • Familiarity with adhesives and bonded joint design
  • Experience designing for a high level of dust/water ingress protection
  • Experience designing thermal management solutions for dissipating heat from electronics
  • Experience with PCB/PCBA flex circuit and other electro-mechanical integration
  • Strong DFM/DFA skills, with emphasis on part/assembly tolerance management, to ensure robust designs for high volume manufacturing
  • Ability to interpret product requirements and translate into quantifiable engineering deliverables
  • Experience preserving Industrial Design artistic intent in mechanical design implementation
  • Effective communication and strong presentation skills
  • Ability to balance and prioritize conflicting design constraints through analysis, testing, and creativity
  • Collaboration with peers in a candid cross-functional team culture
Benefits that Benefit You
  • Competitive salary, bonus, RSUs, and 401k with employer match
  • Discretionary paid time off
  • Paid parental leave for all
  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Fitness Programs
  • Emotional & Mental Wellness support
  • Learning & Development programs
  • And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.
Don't meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you're excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Important Notes
The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.
We collect personal information from applicants to evaluate candidates for employment. You may request access, deletion, or exercise other CCPA rights at axongreenhousesupport@axon.com or via our Axon Privacy Web Form. For more information, please see the Your California Privacy Rights section of our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice.
Axon's mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon's impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We're committed to hiring the best talent - regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances - and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
Phishing alert: Axon will never ask you to pay for any part of the hiring process, including training, equipment, or background checks. We do not make job offers via text message, WhatsApp, or instant messaging platforms without a formal interview process. All legitimate job openings are listed on our official careers page at https://www.axon.com/careers. If you receive a suspicious offer or outreach from an email address that is not @axon.com, or if you are asked for sensitive personal information (bank details, Social Security Number) prematurely, please ignore the message and report it to recruitingops@axon.com.

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