Newell Brands - Sandy Springs, GA
posted 5 months ago
About the position
Newell Brands is seeking a skilled and creative Technical Illustrator with 3-4 years of experience to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing detailed and accurate technical illustrations that visually communicate complex technical information. You will collaborate closely with engineering, design, and marketing teams to create high-quality visuals for technical documentation, user manuals, installation guides, and other materials. The ideal candidate will have strong artistic abilities, proficiency in industry-standard illustration and CAD software, and a keen eye for detail. You will also play a key role in maintaining brand consistency and quality standards across all illustrations. If you are passionate about transforming technical concepts into clear and engaging visuals, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Develop detailed and accurate technical drawings, diagrams, schematics, and 3D renderings to support engineering and manufacturing processes.
- Translate complex technical information into clear, visually engaging illustrations.
- Work closely with engineers, designers, and product managers to understand technical concepts and requirements.
- Participate in project meetings to gather information and feedback for illustrations.
- Create illustrations for technical documentation, user manuals, installation guides, and maintenance instructions.
- Ensure all illustrations comply with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Review and revise illustrations based on feedback from technical teams.
- Ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency in all technical illustrations.
- Use industry-standard illustration and CAD software such as Adobe Illustrator, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Iso Draw, Abortext, and other 3D modeling tools.
- Organize and maintain a library of technical illustrations and related assets.
- Implement version control practices to manage updates and revisions.
- Ensure all illustrations adhere to company branding and style guidelines.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Technical Illustration, Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field.
- 3-4 years of experience in technical illustration or a related role.
- Proficiency in industry-standard illustration software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and CAD software like AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
- Experience with 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks, Blender, or other relevant tools.
- Strong understanding of technical drawing standards and practices.
- Ability to create accurate and detailed technical illustrations, diagrams, and schematics.
- Strong artistic and design skills with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear and engaging visuals.
- Proficiency in hand-drawing and digital illustration techniques.
- Ability to apply isometric and perspective techniques in illustrations.
- Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines.
- Ability to define and work within budget and time limitations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Nice-to-haves
- Portfolio demonstrating a range of technical illustrations and design projects.
- Familiarity with creating illustrations for various mediums, including print and digital formats.
- Assist with technical writing and documentation processes as needed.
