Fabrication Designer - California Advanced Studio
3+ months ago• Pasadena, CA
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Description
Work Arrangement:
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Design Studio in Pasadena, California on a full-time basis.
The Job:
Come be a part of one of the most exciting global design studios that is changing the future of mobility! GM's Advanced Design Studio in Pasadena, California is seeting a motivated NX or Alias Designer with knowledge of fabrication processes and materials to help direct a team of designers that converts early Studio A surface into three dimensional models for the fabrication of design properties and show vehicles.
We are seeking a team player dedicated to a philosophy of designing to simplify assembly and to reduce material costs while leading others to do the same. You will have wide latitude for independent judgement with only moderate supervision given by management.
If this sounds like your next move, we'd love to hear from you!
What You'll Do:
- Responsible for digital surfacing of proof of concept and bench top models.
- Responsible for b-side and build surface data for fabrication of show vehicle.
- Responsible for build sections based off collected information.
- Assists studio personnel in developing solutions to engineering and design problems
- Create and maintain assemblies for large projects.
- Build and maintain good working relationships with Shop, Project Management, and Design
- Intuitive to new technology and applying them to improve existing techniques
- Willingness to innovate and take measured risks
- Supervise quality control and build schedule
- Coordinate input from internal and external customer to better understand customer needs and or perceptions.
- Keeps abreast of current product developments and trends in area of expertise
- Perform basic assessment of surface quality
- Adhere to corporate data management processes (Teamcenter, SharePoint etc.) and communication systems (timekeeping, email etc.)
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Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Experience as an Alias Design Modeler- 5+ years
- Knowledge in MS Office (Work, Excel, Powerpoint)
- Experience using Siemens NX (Unigraphics) a plus
- Analytical ability to solve complex problems
- Knowledge of fabrication processes, including equipment and materials.
- Previous fabrication experience
- Knowledge of additional CAD systems
- Ability to work under tight timelines and handle multiple assignments at once
- Strong ability to create production math models using high tolerance specifications
- Creative background with strong emphasis in graphic and digital applications
- Areas of expertise and knowledge in NURBS modeling, Sub-d modeling, polygon modeling, rapid prototyping, NX, surfacing class A, surfacing class B, Animation, Dynamo (parametric design)
- Bachelor's level degree or equivalent combination of education and industry related experience required.
Compensation : The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate.
• The salary range for this role is 99,900 and 159,600. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
• Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits:
• Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
Relocation : This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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Client-provided location(s): Pasadena, CA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202509235
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-06-14T00:17:05
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Woman founded/led
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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