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PACCAR

Senior Digital Sculptor

Renton, WA · On-site

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

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

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 ...

Insomniac Games

Senior Facial Character TD (CONTRACT)

OR · On-site +1

$98K/yr

In this role, the Senior Facial Character TD is responsible for authoring effective FACS shapes ... Experience sculpting details with ZBrush, Mudbox, or comparable; processing scan data with Wrap 3D ...

HCLTech

3D Graphic Designer

Hoboken, NJ · On-site

Strong understanding of: * 3D modeling and sculpting * UV mapping and texturing workflows ... Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees ...

Insomniac Games

Senior Facial Character TD (CONTRACT)

$80/hr

In this role, the Senior Facial Character TD is responsible for authoring effective FACS shapes ... Experience sculpting details with ZBrush, Mudbox, or comparable; processing scan data with Wrap 3D ...

Apple

Creative Expert - 3D/VFX

Culver City, CA · On-site

Set creative and technical direction and mentor others as a senior voice within and beyond the team ... sculpting, texturing, look development, lighting, shading, rigging, animation, simulation, real ...

WATG Holdings, Inc.

Senior Designer I

Dallas, TX · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Sculpts interior spaces as a holistic experience, including specification of furniture, lighting ... Communicates conceptual design ideas through 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings * Supports the ...

Apple

Creative Expert - 3D/VFX

Culver City, CA

$142K - $263K/yr

Set creative and technical direction and mentor others as a senior voice within and beyond the team ... sculpting, texturing, look development, lighting, shading, rigging, animation, simulation, real ...

WATG

Senior Designer

Dallas, TX

$100K - $107K/yr

Sculpts interior spaces as a holistic experience, including specification of furniture, lighting ... Communicates conceptual design ideas through 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings * Supports the ...

WATG

Senior Designer I

Atlantic City, NJ

$85K - $105K/yr

Sculpts interior spaces as a holistic experience, including specification of furniture, lighting ... Communicates conceptual design ideas through 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings * Supports the ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior 3d sculptor in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Senior 3D Sculptors are experienced artists who specialize in creating detailed three-dimensional models for industries such as video games, film, animation, and product design. They use advanced digital sculpting software to develop lifelike or stylized characters, environments, and objects. In addition to their artistic skills, they often oversee junior sculptors, ensuring that models meet technical and artistic standards. Their work is integral to bringing creative visions to life in digital and physical media.

What are some typical challenges senior 3D sculptors face when working on large-scale projects with multidisciplinary teams?

Senior 3D Sculptors often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistency in artistic vision while collaborating with concept artists, animators, and technical artists. Balancing creative input with technical constraints like polygon count and rigging requirements can be demanding. Effective communication and adaptability are key to ensuring that sculpts align with project goals, meet technical specifications, and stay on schedule. Additionally, providing mentorship and feedback to junior sculptors is a common responsibility that requires strong leadership and collaborative skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior 3D sculptor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior 3D Sculptor, you need advanced skills in digital sculpting, a strong artistic foundation in anatomy and form, and a portfolio demonstrating professional experience in 3D modeling. Expertise in tools like ZBrush, Blender, and Maya, as well as familiarity with texture painting and rendering software, is typically required. Strong communication, creativity, and attention to detail help you collaborate effectively and produce high-quality assets. These skills are crucial to producing visually compelling models that meet project specifications and industry standards.
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Senior Digital Sculptor

PACCAR

Renton, WA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Paccar rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Kenworth Division of PACCAR is hiring Senior Digital Sculptor to join our team in Renton, Washington.
Company Information
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services - you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!
Kenworth Truck Company
Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World's Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company's dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium duty diesel-electric hybrids.
Senior Digital Sculptor
Job Description
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 criteria and manufacturing feasibility inputs. Their objective is to capture the design intent using Alias through the guidance and direction from the designer. They are responsible for ensuring CAD surface continuity and fidelity, the data transfer and export, and release of high quality Class-A surface data to Engineering groups, suppliers, and support the Modeling Studio property builds. Senior Digital Modeler reports to Design Manager
Job Functions and Responsibilities:
  • Proven ability to develop Class-A surfaces utilizing scan data, design sketches, 3D sketch models and verbal direction
  • Works closely with the Studio Engineer, Design and Modeling Studio staff and Engineering to develop designs meeting design requirements and packaging constraints.
  • Develop and release Class-A surface CAD models from approved styling themes using Alias.
  • Understands all phases of the Industrial Design process and has the knowledge and skills to execute multiple projects from concept through to surface release.
  • Develop, manage and release Class-A surface CAD models from approved styling themes to the Studio Engineer.
  • Coordinate packaging constraints with product engineering, PTC, and suppliers to ensure accurate CAD surface models and scale model development.
  • Manage programs and projects to deliver product within schedule and budget targets.
  • Demonstrate ability to handle multiple tasks and rapidly respond to model or packaging revisions and product changes as requested from Product Planning, Engineering and/or Industrial Design staff.
  • Demonstrate professional and successful communication skills (verbal/written) with strong, effective interpersonal abilities.
  • Must be able to identify, prioritize, and coordinate resolution of manufacturing feasibility between Industrial Design and Engineering Design.
  • Requires a proactive approach to defining issues and forcing early resolution and consensus, and able to solve complex surface development with minimal supervision

Qualifications and Skills:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Design, Transportation or Engineering related field required.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in creating concept and Class-A advanced digital surfaces required.
  • Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in transportation design studio required.
  • Highly proficient Alias skills are required.
  • Knowledge of and experience in heavy truck assembly, heavy truck components and systems preferred.
  • Strong surface modeling skills and the ability to handle multiple assignments. Highly creative, motivated and team oriented.
  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
  • Portfolio required demonstrating skills and projects.
  • Must be able to develop constructive relationships across departments and across divisions (PB and DAF).
  • Flexibility to meet changing priorities.

Preferred Skills:
Experience with digital visualization and rendering tools is highly valued for this role. Proficiency in VRED or similar real-time rendering platforms is preferred, as is experience creating animations and interactive visualizations of 3D models for design communication and stakeholder presentations, including VR. Candidates with a background in automotive visualization, product animation, or experience presenting design work through rendered content are encouraged to apply. This skillset enables effective communication of design intent across the organization and supports the design review process.
Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?
  • Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
  • Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields
  • Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as electric and autonomous trucks

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
  • 401k with up to a 5% company match
  • Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
  • Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
  • Paid short-and long-term disability programs
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

Additional Job Board Information
At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for Senior Digital Sculptor is $104,100 - $162,900 annually. This position is also eligible for a holiday gift. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer

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PACCAR, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under its internationally recognized brands Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business. Your next career move is waiting at PACCAR whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services. Join the PACCAR team today!

Industry

Motor vehicle manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bellevue, WA, US

Year founded

1905

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