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What is a remote 3D rigging artist?

A Remote 3D Rigging Artist is a digital artist who specializes in creating the skeletal frameworks (rigs) for 3D models, enabling them to move realistically in animations or video games, while working from a location outside a traditional studio setting. They design and implement control structures for characters or objects, allowing animators to manipulate movements efficiently. Remote rigging artists collaborate with modelers, animators, and technical directors using online tools and platforms to ensure rigs meet project requirements. This role requires strong technical skills, familiarity with 3D software like Maya or Blender, and effective communication for remote teamwork.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote 3D rigging artist?

To thrive as a Remote 3D Rigging Artist, you need expertise in character anatomy, strong understanding of animation principles, and proficiency with 3D modeling, typically supported by a degree in animation, game design, or a related field. Mastery of industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, and experience with scripting languages like Python or MEL are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate remotely make candidates stand out. These skills ensure the creation of flexible, efficient rigs that meet production needs and facilitate seamless teamwork in distributed environments.

What are some common challenges faced by remote 3D rigging artists when collaborating with animation teams?

Remote 3D Rigging Artists often face challenges related to communication and feedback, as they are not physically present with the animation or modeling teams. Ensuring rigs function properly across different software versions and pipelines can also be complex. To overcome these challenges, it's important to maintain clear documentation, use version control systems, and schedule regular virtual meetings for feedback and troubleshooting. Building strong relationships with animators and technical directors remotely is key to producing high-quality rigs that meet project requirements.

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Mechanical Estimator- Process Piping

Mullins Mechanical

Charleston, SC • On-site, Remote

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Senior Mechanical Estimator - Industrial Process Piping
Experience & Background
  • Proven experience estimating self-performed mechanical and piping scopes across multiple US Regions in industrial markets such as:
    • Chemical and petrochemical
    • Refining and midstream
    • Power generation
    • Food & beverage and sanitary process systems
    • Pharmaceutical, biotech, and advanced manufacturing
  • Strong background estimating:
    • Greenfield and brownfield projects
    • Plant expansions, revamps, and live-plant work
    • Shutdowns and short-duration industrial outages
  • Experience supporting Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, EPC, and negotiated project delivery methods

Technical Piping Knowledge
  • Expert knowledge of industrial piping systems, including:
    • Carbon steel, stainless steel, chrome/moly, alloy steels
    • Sanitary and hygienic piping systems
    • Plastic and lined piping (PVC, CPVC, HDPE, FRP)
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Piping fabrication vs. field erection tradeoffs
    • Weld processes, NDE, and documentation requirements
    • Pipe supports, specialty valves, and packaged equipment tie-ins
  • Perform accurate quantity take-offs from P&IDs, isometrics, layouts, and specifications for projects located in multiple states
  • Incorporate constructability, congestion, and sequencing impacts into labor productivity

Estimating Systems & Tools
  • Proficiency with estimating and take-off platforms such as:
    • Trimble Autobid, or equivalent on-screen takeoff software
    • Bluebeam
    • BuildingConnected / Trade Tapp
  • Ability to interpret 3D models (Navisworks, etc.) preferred

Commercial & Risk Management
  • Strong understanding of contract structures, including:
    • Lump sum
    • GMP
    • Unit rate and T&M
  • Ability to identify and quantify labor-driven risks such as:
    • Productivity loss
    • Staffing constraints
    • Schedule compression
    • Owner-driven operational restrictions
  • Prepare detailed:
    • Estimate narratives
    • Labor assumptions and productivity basis
    • Exclusions, clarifications, and contingency recommendations
  • Participate in internal risk reviews and executive pricing approvals for projects occurring simultaneously in different states

Remote Work Capability & Distributed Team Collaboration
  • Highly effective working in a remote or hybrid estimating environment, maintaining productivity, accuracy, and schedule adherence without direct onsite supervision
  • Experienced collaborating with geographically distributed teams of estimators, operations leaders, and project stakeholders using virtual meeting platforms and shared estimating systems
  • Comfortable leading or contributing to estimates across multiple regions while ensuring consistency in labor assumptions, pricing strategy, and risk posture
  • Capable of supporting limited travel requirements for:
    • Site walks and constructability reviews
    • Pre-bid meetings and client presentations
    • Key project kickoff or risk review milestones
  • Travel availability aligned with monthly to quarterly needs, depending on project requirements

Leadership & Collaboration
  • Lead estimating efforts for self-performed mechanical piping scopes
  • Mentor junior estimators and take-off staff
  • Coordinate closely with:
    • Operations and field leadership
    • Project management
    • Engineering and procurement
  • Support preconstruction meetings, site walks, and client presentations

Safety & Quality
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA requirements and industrial safety best practices
  • Experience incorporating site-specific safety programs into labor and cost models
  • Understanding of QA/QC requirements related to piping fabrication and installation

Key Attributes
  • Highly analytical with a strong command of labor cost drivers
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
  • Clear communicator capable of defending estimates internally and externally
  • Comfortable operating in fast-paced, competitive environments

Join Us
Mullins Mechanical ranked #243 on the 2024 ENR Top Specialty Contractors list, #48 in the Nation and #5 in the Southeast among Firms in Mechanical. We're proud to be one of the fastest growing privately held companies in America. We're a self-performing specialty contractor specializing in design-build applications, HVAC systems, plumbing, process piping systems, boiler and chiller systems, equipment installation and rigging, plant relocation and maintenance, fire protection, and metal fabrication. Our projects are often in industrial and heavy commercial environments such as manufacturing facilities, automotive plants, chemical plants, distribution centers, warehouses, data centers, and other large facilities.