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General Motors

Technical Sculptor

Warren, MI · On-site

Attends appropriate program related meetings as defined by Sculpting Leadership. Performs accurate ... Sketching interpretations and translating design input into 3D models; Production and manufacturing ...

General Motors

Technical Sculptor

Warren, MI · Hybrid

Attends appropriate program related meetings as defined by Sculpting Leadership. Performs accurate ... Sketching interpretations and translating design input into 3D models; Production and manufacturing ...

General Motors

Design Sculptor - Digital

Warren, MI · On-site

$127K/yr

The Design Sculptor - Digital is responsible for developing high-quality digital surfaces that ... Demonstrated ability to translate 2D sketches and design intent into refined 3D digital surfaces.

General Motors

Design Sculptor - Digital

Warren, MI · On-site

$127K/yr

The Design Sculptor - Digital is responsible for developing high-quality digital surfaces that ... Demonstrated ability to translate 2D sketches and design intent into refined 3D digital surfaces.

Ōura

Staff Digital Sculptor

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

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  • PTO

Partner closely with industrial design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to translate design intent into precise, high-quality 3D CAD models. * Apply advanced surfacing techniques to sculpt ...

PACCAR

Senior Digital Sculptor

Renton, WA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Digital Sculptor The Senior Digital Modeler's expertise is generating Class-A CAD surface models using 3D software to translate the design intent, incorporating the technical and engineering ...

PACCAR

Senior Digital Sculptor

Renton, WA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Digital Sculptor The Senior Digital Modeler's expertise is generating Class-A CAD surface models using 3D software to translate the design intent, incorporating the technical and engineering ...

PACCAR

Senior Digital Sculptor

Renton, WA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Digital Sculptor The Senior Digital Modeler's expertise is generating Class-A CAD surface models using 3D software to translate the design intent, incorporating the technical and engineering ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for 3d sculptor in the United States is $78,472.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,500.00 and $98,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a 3D sculptor do?

A 3D Sculptor is a digital artist who creates detailed, high-quality 3D models using specialized software like ZBrush, Blender, or Mudbox. They shape and refine digital sculptures for use in video games, movies, collectibles, animations, and industrial design. Their work often involves adding intricate details, textures, and realistic forms to characters, creatures, props, and environments. Many 3D sculptors collaborate with concept artists and animators to bring creative visions to life. Strong artistic skills, an understanding of anatomy, and proficiency with digital tools are essential for success in this role.

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

To thrive as a 3D Sculptor, you need strong artistic ability, a deep understanding of human and animal anatomy, and proficiency in digital sculpting techniques, often supported by a degree in art, animation, or a related field. Mastery of industry-standard software such as ZBrush, Blender, or Autodesk Maya is typically required, along with a portfolio demonstrating your 3D modeling skills. Attention to detail, creativity, effective collaboration, and communication skills are important soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality, expressive digital models that meet the creative vision and technical requirements of projects in gaming, film, or product design.

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Senior Design Sculptor - Digital Technical

General Motors

Warren, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

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Job Description

Job Description

The Senior Design Sculptor - Digital Technical is a studio expert responsible for developing highquality digital surfaces that bring advanced design concepts to life. In this role, you will guide sculpting teams across multiple programs, ensuring alignment with aesthetic targets, engineering requirements, and global modeling standards. You'll collaborate closely with design, engineering, and crossfunctional partners to solve complex technical challenges and advance surface development processes. This role also plays a key part in mentoring talent, driving continuous improvement, and integrating new technologies into studio workflows.

What You'll Do

  • Develop highquality aesthetic digital surfaces that meet Design intent, engineering requirements, and GVDP quality standards.

  • Execute digital models to program timelines while ensuring accuracy, surface integrity, and data readiness for release.

  • Mentor sculpting teams on modeling techniques, best practices, and new digital tools to elevate studio capability.

  • Collaborate with design and engineering stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and influence 3D solutions.

  • Lead and participate in peer reviews, providing expert feedback on surface construction and continuous improvement.

  • Contribute to digital SMS forums, helping shape training strategies, workflow enhancements, and process alignment.

  • Reinforce studio data management standards and corporate systems (e.g., Teamcenter, SharePoint) across teams.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Industrial Design, Transportation Design, or related field; equivalent industry experience considered.

  • 8+ years of digital modeling or sculpting experience in a design studio environment.

  • Expert proficiency with digital sculpting tools such as Alias, VRED, HMD, or equivalent.

  • Demonstrated ability to translate 2D sketches and design intent into refined 3D surfaces.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence and guide crossfunctional teams.

  • Experience mentoring others in digital sculpting techniques, workflows, and modeling standards.

  • Ability to meet GVDP requirements, adhere to global processes, and work effectively under compressed timelines.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Deep knowledge of design trends, new technologies, and advanced modeling methods.

  • Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives or implementing innovative digital workflows.

  • Strong aesthetic judgment and ability to contribute to design reviews and 3D problem-solving.

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 believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

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General Motors is a company with global scale and capabilities, headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, with employees around the world. The company employs over 165,000 people, serves six continents, operates across 22 time zones, and has a diverse workforce speaking 75 languages1. GM’s vision is to drive the world forward by pioneering innovations that move and connect people to what matters. The company is working towards an all-electric future with its new Ultium Platform and is pushing transportation options beyond our wildest imaginations with autonomous vehicles. GM is also committed to becoming the most inclusive company in the world.

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Transportation equipment manufacturing

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Detroit, MI, US

Year founded

1908

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