Modelshop Assistant

OMA; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 vacation days per year

8% holiday allowance

Collective pension plan

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in Rotterdam is seeking a detail-oriented Modelshop Assistant to join their in-house team. The role involves crafting architectural models, collaborating with architects, and maintaining workshop standards. Ideal candidates will have 2–5 years of hands-on experience and be skilled with various materials and tools. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, alongside career opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in crafting architectural models.
• Solid understanding of model-making materials and techniques.
• Independent, flexible, and proactive mindset with a team-player attitude.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Rhino and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.
• Independent, flexible and proactive with a team-player attitude.

Responsibilities

• Produce architectural models and mock-ups of various scales.
• Collaborate closely with architects during the design process.
• Maintain an organized and safe workshop environment.

Skills

Model-making techniques

Proficient in wood, metal, resin, and plastics

Operating workshop machinery

Digital tools (laser cutters, 3D printers)

AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Creative Cloud

Fluent in English

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

Adobe CC

Laser cutting

3D printing

Job description

About the Company

OMA is an international architecture and urbanism practice founded in 1975. With offices in Rotterdam, New York, Hong Kong, and Australia, the practice is led by seven partners: Rem Koolhaas, Reinier de Graaf, Iyad Alsaka, Shohei Shigematsu (NY), Jason Long (NY), David Gianotten, and Chris van Duijn. AMO, a research and design studio, often works in parallel with OMA’s clients, enriching architecture with intelligence drawn from a wide range of other disciplines.

Why Join OMA’s Modelshop?

At OMA, the Modelshop is a vital part of the Office, a place where physical models are more than representations; they are essential tools that support and inform the design process. You’ll join a collaborative and experienced team, working with a wide range of materials and tools to contribute to some of the most challenging and high-profile architectural projects in the world.

About the Role

OMA Rotterdam is seeking a Modelshop Assistant to join our in-house Modelshop team. We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual with strong craftsmanship and a solid understanding of model-making techniques, materials, and machinery.

Key Responsibilities

As a Modelshop Assistant, you will play a vital role in the production of architectural models and mock-ups. This is a physically active role involving the handling and construction of models in various scales and materials. You will collaborate closely with architects and support teams throughout the design process. Responsibilities also include the regular cleaning and maintenance of the workshop to ensure a safe, organized, and efficient working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2–5 years of hands-on experience in crafting architectural models and mock-ups.
• Materials & Machinery: Proficient with a range of materials such as wood, metal, resin, and plastics. Skilled in operating workshop machinery, including power tools and equipment like table saws.
• Digital Fabrication: Strong working knowledge of digital tools including laser cutters and 3D printers.
• Software: Familiar with AutoCAD, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Language: Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Mindset: Independent, flexible, and proactive with a team-player attitude.
• Bonus: Knowledge of OMA’s work is an asset, but not a requirement.

What We Offer

• A 40-hour-per-week employment contract.
• A competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits including 30 vacation days per year, 8% holiday allowance, and a collective pension plan.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment in OMA’s Rotterdam office.
• Career opportunities in a leading firm in the creative industry.

Application Process

The selected candidate is assumed to start immediately in a full-time capacity. To apply, please submit the following documents via our online form:

1. Your CV/resume
2. Your cover letter (in English) as a single PDF file in which you explain your motivation for wanting to work at OMA.