Model Maker

Dyson; Malmesbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology enterprise is seeking a Design Modeller to create high-quality visual models and prototypes. The ideal candidate will have a degree in model making or product design and at least 4 years of experience in product modelling. The role involves using CAD software, operating CNC machines, and collaborating with design and engineering teams. This position is based in Malmesbury, UK and offers a competitive benefits package including generous holidays and access to on-site facilities.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance of 27 days

Free on-site lunches

Access to sports centre and gym

Private medical and dental insurance

Qualifications

• 4 years of product modelling experience.
• Proven experience in developing visual models and prototypes.
• Ability to communicate well with design and engineering teams.
• A keen eye for detail and delivering high-quality models.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality visual models and working prototypes.
• Operate manual and CNC workshop equipment.
• Collaborate closely with design engineers and mechanical engineers.
• Develop clear approaches to work and improve process efficiency.

Skills

Model making

Prototyping

CAD software (NX, Rhino)

2D design software (Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design)

Basic electronics knowledge

Collaboration

Education

Degree in model making or product design

Tools

CNC mill

Laser cutter

3D printers

Job description

Overview

Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We solve the problems others choose to ignore, with surprising new inventions that defy convention and simply work better.

We are a close-knit team working at the heart of product innovation through to the end of production. We work in a fully customised facility for our unique role. We work closely with designers across a wide range of products pushing boundaries in a fast-paced environment.

About The Role

As a Design Modeller in the Global Design & Product Experience team you will be working closely with designers generating visual models and working prototypes to define product concepts using a combination of skills such as hand fabricating, rapid prototyping, and spray painting.

• You will have use of a customised workshop packed with equipment and a spray facility to produce these high-quality visual models and working prototypes.
• Own the look and feel of Dyson’s product models.
• Operating various types of manual workshop equipment such as band saw, disk sander and pillar drill.
• Programming, running, and challenging the capabilities of 3 and 4 axis CNC mill, laser cutter and 3D printers.
• Ability to hand fabricate high precision parts using a variety of engineering materials and rapid prototype materials.
• Hand constructing a range of challenging textile prototypes using a variety of fabricating methods.
• Work from various job request starting points such as sketches, verbal instruction, and engineering drawings.
• Ability to effectively communicate and converse with the product innovation and technology research teams.
• Develop clear, efficient, and logical approaches to work.
• Have a keen eye for detail and achieving ‘best-in-class’ models.
• Utilise digital and physical tools (models, physical rigs, renderings, 2D prints) to create product models.
• Embed learnings into continuous improvement activity both within their team and the wider team.
• Assume ownership of projects and capable of working without close supervision.

About You

Our ideal teammate will have a keen eye for detail, enjoy the technical side of model making and seeking to be a proactive member of the team who will offer practical ideas and solutions for challenging problems. You will have the ability to pre-empt problems, seize opportunities and be consistent in the delivery of work.

• Degree in model making, product design (with model making module) or equivalent experience.
• 4 years of product modelling experience.
• Proven experience in developing visual models and prototypes.
• Experience in using a variety of CAD packages (NX, Rhino).
• Proficient in 2D design software (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design).
• Developing your experience of basic electronics such as use of Arduino, wiring and soldering techniques.
• Working closely with mechanical engineers to help develop and explore visual models with moving parts.
• Working closely with design engineers to create and improve interactive visual models including use of screens and LED lighting.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to clearly present ideas both verbally and visually.
• Diplomatic - a great collaborator and receptive of constructive criticism.

Benefits

• Financial
  • Performance-related bonus scheme
  • Competitive pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Discounts on Dyson machines and retail purchases
  • Free bus travel to and from campus (from Bristol, Bath, Chippenham, and Swindon)
• Lifestyle
  • Generous holiday allowance of 27 days (plus bank holidays)
  • Free on-site lunches, fruit, and hot drinks
  • Access to on-site sports centre, gym, hair salon, and lifestyle assistance
  • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
  • Option to purchase additional holiday days
• Health
  • Private medical insurance and dental insurance
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Digital GP services
  • On-site physiotherapy and GP services
  • Prescription service
  • Fertility treatment support

Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.