Model Maker

HireArt; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 72,555 - 103,336; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre‑tax commuter benefits

Healthcare coverage (HireArt)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Disability & life insurance

401k plan

Job summary

HireArt is seeking a hands-on Model Maker for an on-site position in Foster City, CA, to advance autonomous mobility prototyping.

You will fabricate parts across metalworking, composites, additive manufacturing, and CNC processes, working with internal teams to meet tight timelines while upholding quality and safety standards. Requires 2+ years’ hands-on fabrication experience and CAD familiarity (SolidWorks).

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on fabrication experience as a model maker, fabricator, or prototype technician.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Basic proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks.
• Experience with hand tools and fabrication/finishing tasks.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support rapid fabrication and iteration of prototype parts and assemblies for vehicle development projects.
• Collaborate with prototyping teammates and internal clients to understand project requirements, timelines, and risks.
• Prioritize and complete work in a fast-paced prototyping environment while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Communicate project updates, fabrication constraints, and timing expectations clearly and professionally.
• Operate and support fabrication equipment and processes, including CNC machinery, metalworking tools, and additive manufacturing systems.
• Perform fabrication and finishing tasks such as deburring, hand-tool work, assembly, and fitment adjustments.
• Support prototyping activities across disciplines including sheet metal fabrication, machining, welding, composites, and 3D printing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused shop environment.

Skills

Model making

Fabrication

Communication

CAD (SolidWorks)

Tools

SolidWorks

CNC machines

3D printing

Sheet metal fabrication tools

MIG/TIG welding

CATIA

GD&T

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Expected compensation: 63.84 USD Per Hour

HireArt is helping an on‑demand, autonomous ride‑hailing company hire a Model Maker to support the development of rapid prototypes and first‑article builds that advance autonomous mobility.

In this role, you’ll support highly dynamic prototyping projects by partnering closely with both internal stakeholders and fellow prototyping team members to enable rapid vehicle development and iteration. You’ll contribute hands‑on fabrication support across a variety of prototyping disciplines, including metalworking, composites, additive manufacturing, and CNC operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on builder with a strong customer‑service mindset, solid fabrication fundamentals, and a desire to continuously learn and expand their technical capabilities.

As a Model Maker, You'll

• Support the rapid fabrication and iteration of prototype parts and assemblies for vehicle development projects.
• Collaborate with prototyping teammates and internal clients to understand project requirements, timelines, and risks.
• Prioritize and complete work in a fast‑paced prototyping environment while maintaining high‑quality standards.
• Communicate project updates, fabrication constraints, and timing expectations clearly and professionally.
• Operate and support fabrication equipment and processes, including CNC machinery, metalworking tools, and additive manufacturing systems.
• Perform fabrication and finishing tasks such as deburring, hand‑tool work, assembly, and fitment adjustments.
• Support prototyping activities across disciplines including sheet metal fabrication, machining, welding, composites, and 3D printing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑focused shop environment.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a model maker, fabricator, or prototype technician
• Basic proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Ability to evaluate designs for manufacturability and fabrication feasibility
• Experience using hand tools and performing fabrication or finishing work
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Excellent customer‑service mindset and collaborative attitude
• This role will require safety boots that conform to ASTM F2412 / F2413 requirements

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar documentation tools
• Familiarity with advanced CAD tools such as CATIA and GD&T concepts
• MIG and TIG welding experience
• CNC operation and setup experience
• Experience with additive manufacturing technologies
• Experience supporting lab/shop management and safety practices

Benefits

• Pre‑tax commuter benefits
• Employer (HireArt) subsidized healthcare benefits (eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare‑related costs
• HireArt covers all costs for short‑ and long‑term disability and life insurance
• 401k package

Commitment

This is a full‑time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It will be onsite and available to candidates who are local to the Foster City, CA area.

HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp‑to‑corp.