Unreal Engine Generalist

Job Title: Unreal Engine Generalist – Immersive Technologies

Department: R&D – Immersive Technologies

Location: Vapi, Gujarat

Reports To: Sr. Manager – Immersive Technologies

Job Purpose:

To develop, optimize, and deploy high-performance real-time visualization applications using Unreal Engine 5 for immersive display systems. The role involves creating interactive experiences, integrating high-quality 3D assets, lighting, materials, animations, and visual effects while supporting multi-display, LED wall, projection, XR, and unconventional visualization environments. The Unreal Engine Generalist will collaborate closely with AV engineers, graphics programmers, artists, and hardware teams to deliver scalable, visually compelling, and performance-optimized immersive applications.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Unreal Engine Application Development

• Design, develop, and maintain real-time applications using Unreal Engine 5.

• Create immersive visualization experiences for:

• Simulation Platforms

• Digital Twins

• XR Applications

• Virtual Production Environments

• Interactive Demonstration Systems

• Develop Blueprint-based application logic and interactive workflows.

• Build modular, scalable Unreal Engine project architectures.

• Ensure stable application performance for production deployments.

2. Scene Development & 3D Asset Integration

• Import, optimize, and integrate 3D assets from DCC tools including Blender, Maya, or similar software.

• Create immersive environments using:

• Static Meshes

• Skeletal Meshes

• Landscapes

• Foliage Systems

• PBR Materials

• Configure:

• Lighting Systems

• Materials & Shaders

• Post Processing Effects

• Reflections

• Visual Effects (Niagara)

• Integrate animations, cameras, cinematic sequences, and interactive elements.

3. Rendering & Performance Optimization

• Optimize Unreal Engine projects for real-time rendering performance.

• Configure and optimize:

• Lumen Global Illumination

• Nanite Geometry

• Virtual Shadow Maps

• Post Processing Pipelines

• Rendering Settings

• Monitor GPU and CPU performance.

• Optimize projects for high-resolution, multi-display visualization systems.

• Maintain target frame rates while preserving visual quality.

4. Multi-Display & Immersive Visualization Support

• Develop applications for immersive display environments including:

• LED Walls

• Projection Systems

• Curved Displays

• Circular Displays

• Dome Visualization Systems

• Support deployment across synchronized multi-display environments.

• Collaborate with AV Engineering teams to optimize display layouts and rendering workflows.

• Configure cameras, display geometry, and projection workflows for immersive installations.

5. Collaboration & System Integration

• Work closely with:

• AV Engineers

• Graphics Engineers

• 3D Artists

• Software Engineers

• Electronics Engineers

• Product Teams

• QA & Validation Teams

• Support integration of Unreal Engine applications with AV hardware and visualization systems.

• Participate in prototype development, customer demonstrations, and validation activities.

6. Troubleshooting, Testing & Deployment

• Diagnose and resolve:

• Rendering Issues

• Blueprint Errors

• Shader Compilation Problems

• Asset Integration Issues

• Performance Bottlenecks

• Packaging & Deployment Issues

• Support testing, deployment, and application updates.

• Ensure reliable operation across production visualization environments.

7. Documentation & Version Control

• Prepare and maintain:

• Technical Documentation

• Application Architecture Documents

• Deployment Procedures

• Optimization Reports

• User Guides

• Maintain project source code using Git version control.

• Participate in design reviews, sprint planning, and technical discussions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, Game Development, Computer Graphics, Information Technology, Multimedia, Animation, or related disciplines.

• Minimum 3+ years of professional experience developing applications using Unreal Engine.

• Strong portfolio demonstrating real-time visualization, simulation, gaming, XR, or virtual production projects.

• Experience developing interactive applications using Blueprint scripting.

Required Technical Skills:

Unreal Engine

• Unreal Engine 5

• Blueprint Visual Scripting

• Level Design

• Material Editor

• Sequencer

• Niagara VFX

• Lighting & Rendering

• Post Processing

• Real-time Optimization

3D Content Creation

• Blender

• Autodesk Maya

• 3ds Max (Preferred)

• FBX Asset Pipeline

• Asset Optimization

• Material Creation

• Texture Management

Rendering & Visualization

• Lumen

• Nanite

• Physically Based Rendering (PBR)

• Camera Systems

• Projection Workflows

• Interactive Visualization

• Multi-display Rendering

Development Tools

• Git Version Control

• Visual Studio

• Unreal Build System

• Windows Development Environment

Preferred / Strong Advantage Skills:

• Experience with Virtual Production workflows.

• Familiarity with Unreal Engine nDisplay.

• Experience with Live Link integration.

• Knowledge of DMX lighting control.

• Experience with OSC (Open Sound Control).

• Experience working with LED walls, projection systems, or immersive installations.

• Basic C++ programming within Unreal Engine.

• Experience integrating Unreal Engine with external hardware.

• Knowledge of XR, VR, or AR development.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Pixel Streaming.

• Familiarity with Datasmith workflows.

• Experience with photogrammetry pipelines.

• Exposure to NVIDIA RTX rendering technologies.

• Understanding of Digital Twin and simulation platforms.

• Experience with motion tracking systems.

• Knowledge of Linux-based rendering environments.

Technical Environment:

Visualization Platform: Unreal Engine 5

Programming: Blueprint Visual Scripting, Basic C++

Rendering:

• Lumen

• Nanite

• Niagara

• Sequencer

DCC Tools:

• Blender

• Autodesk Maya

• 3ds Max

Version Control:

• Git

Visualization Systems:

• LED Walls

• Projection Systems

• Multi-display Systems

• Curved Displays

• Circular Displays

Hardware:

• NVIDIA RTX Workstations

• Professional Visualization Systems

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of Unreal Engine real-time rendering workflows.

• Excellent scene creation and visualization skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent troubleshooting and optimization skills.

• Ability to work independently in fast-paced R&D environments.

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

• High attention to detail with a passion for visual quality.

• Ability to balance technical performance with artistic excellence.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Successful development and deployment of Unreal Engine visualization applications.

• Achievement of target frame rates and rendering performance across immersive display systems.

• Efficient integration of high-quality 3D assets and interactive functionality.

• Reduced rendering, deployment, and performance-related issues.

• Timely completion of development milestones and software releases.

• Successful collaboration with AV and engineering teams for immersive installations.

• Compliance with project documentation, coding standards, and version control practices.

• Delivery of stable, scalable, and visually compelling real-time experiences.