3D Visualization Engineer

A three-billion-dollar global leader in the high performance and lifestyle footwear industry, Skechers USA, Inc. designs, develops and markets more than 3,000 styles for men, women and children. Skechers' success stems from its employees, high-quality, varied product offering, diversified domestic and international distribution channels, and targeted multi-channel marketing.

Our Skechers design team is expanding and we are looking for 3D design talent. 3D modeling and prototyping is a newly adopted technology at Skechers and we are looking for a talented 3D designer to work with our footwear teams creating innovative performance and fashionable footwear. You will be working with the most advanced visualization, imaging, and rapid prototyping tools currently available. With your skills you will provide 3D modeling, prototyping, rendering, animation and digital presentation assets. This position is perfect for someone who is eager to learn and expand their 3D design skills, continually work on building an expert knowledge of 3D creation tools and processes. You will be working on a diverse team with various backgrounds and talents in the process of creating innovative footwear.

* Work with design team to execute concepts in 3D * Work with our international team to modify and revise existing 3D models * Prep 3D models for Rapid Prototyping * Manage day to day log of 3D printing needs * Organize and manage 3D printing facility including ordering supplies * Research new and innovative 3D printing techniques and materials * Work with and develop relationships with our 3D prototyping vendors **Additional responsibilities** * Other duties as assigned

**Job Requirements** * Attention to details such as stitching, construction methods, outsoles, etc. * Good sense for shapes, texture and materials **Education and Experience** * Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Media Arts, Animation or related fields * 3-5 years digital design experience, preferably Footwear or Soft goods * Proficient in 3D Modeling, rendering, animation, 3D presentation * Some proficiency and knowledge with 3D rapid prototyping/3D scanning * Footwear development experience * Preferable expert level solid and surface model design skills * Expert level skill in one or more of the following digital visualization applications: Rhino; Maya; Mudbox; Zbrush Bunkspeed; Mindcad; Shoemaker; RomansCAD;RTT DeltaGen; Photoshop and Illustrator **Qualifications** * To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions. **Physical Demands** * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel. The employee is occasionally required to sit for long period of times.