3D Technical Animation Specialist (Pump Systems)

3D Technical Animation Specialist (Pump Systems) Hydro, Inc. - 2.9 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $63,000 - $68,000 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Interpersonal skills CAD Attention to detail Engineering Technology SolidWorks Associate's degree Mechanical knowledge Full Job Description We are Hydro, Inc., a global, industrial pump reengineering company with corporate headquarters in Chicago. As the largest independent pump rebuilder in the world, Hydro's has provided engineering expertise, pump repair and support services to the industry since 1969. Our mission is to work hand-in-hand with our valued customers around the world to optimize the performance and reliability of their pumping systems by evaluating and understanding root causes of pump degradation or failure and by providing unbiased engineering analysis, quality workmanship, and responsive field service for improved plant operation. We are looking for an enthusiastic team player to be our 3D Technical Animation Specialist In this entry-level role, you will build interactive 3D animations and training visuals in Cortona3D using SolidWorks assemblies and engineering documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Create interactive 3D animations and step visuals of pump disassembly and reassembly procedures in Cortona3D Review, prep, and modify CAD data in SolidWorks with respect to drawings and documentation provided Collaborate with engineering teams to confirm bill-of-materials and component accuracy; follow QC checks Maintain reusable animation assets, scene files, templates, and exports Create simple 2D figures/callouts and proofread labels/captions as needed

Qualifications:

Associate Degree in Engineering Technology or STEM field or equivalent hands-on experience creating 3D technical content Cortona3D experience or willingness to learn (training provided) SolidWorks exposure or strong interest in learning CAD assembly workflows Basic mechanical concepts (assemblies, component relationships, exploded views); rotating equipment/pumps a plus Detail-oriented; able to follow QC and version/asset management practices Clear communicator; organized; comfortable with Office and basic graphics tools (e.g., Photoshop/After Effects)

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

8-hour shift Day shift

Pay:

$63,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

SolidWorks:

2 years (Preferred)

CAD:

1 year (Preferred) creating technical interactive 3D animations: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person