Lead Prototyping & Model-Making Engineer

Techtronic Industries

United Kingdom

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Vax Limited seeks a Lead Design Model Maker to drive the creation of physical prototypes and appearance models that translate concepts into tangible demonstrations throughout the innovation process. You will collaborate with Industrial Design, Design Research, Advanced Development and Engineering to blend traditional craftsmanship with modern prototyping technologies.

You will lead fabrication, finishing and presentation-quality modeling, supporting reviews and executive briefings while

Qualifications

Degree, HND, apprenticeship or equivalent experience in Model Making, Manufacturing, Product Design, Engineering or a related discipline.
Extensive experience creating appearance models, prototypes and demonstrators within a product development environment.
Strong understanding of model making materials, fabrication methods and finishing techniques.
Experience producing presentation-quality models, including painting, spraying and cosmetic finishing.
Strong workshop capability including conventional machining, fabrication and assembly.
Proven CNC & CAM experience including setup, programming and operation.
Experience with additive manufacturing technologies such as, FDM, MJF, SLS, SLA and PolyJet.
Familiarity with laser cutting and other advanced prototyping technologies.
Strong understanding of workshop safety, equipment maintenance and good workshop practices.
Excellent craftsmanship, attention to detail and practical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Create appearance models, ergonomic studies, functional prototypes and demonstrator builds that support innovation and product development activities.
Translate Industrial Design concepts into physical models that accurately communicate design intent.
Produce presentation-quality models using a wide range of fabrication, assembly and finishing techniques.
Apply finishing processes including preparation, painting, spraying, colour matching and cosmetic detailing.
Support design reviews, consumer evaluations and executive presentations through exceptional model quality and craftsmanship.
Develop proof of principle and functional demonstrators to evaluate user interactions and experiences.
Utilise a broad range of fabrication technologies including manual machining, CNC machining, additive manufacturing and laser cutting.
Co-own the workshop and prototyping facilities alongside the Front-End Innovation Engineer, supporting standards, maintenance, tools, consumables and best practices.
Deliver inductions and support safe working practices across the facility.
Identify opportunities to improve prototyping capability, processes and model quality.