Senior Prototype Model Maker & Lead (CAD/CAM)

Knoll Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

MillerKnoll in Holland, MI is seeking a Senior Model Maker to independently build prototypes, models and mock-ups from sketches and CAD data, coordinating with Design and Development teams to meet project schedules. The role requires leading cost estimation for components, designing fixtures or molds, and mentoring model maker apprentices, while ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to specifications.

You should have 10+ years in a Design/Development Model Shop as a Journeyman, with strong

Qualifications

• Journeyman Design Model Maker or equivalent.
• 10+ years’ experience in a Design/Development Model Shop.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings; strong CAD/CAM proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost estimating for components and large development builds.
• Collaborate with Design and Development teams to influence feasibility of production or prototype runs.
• Design and build fixtures or molds as needed for models and prototypes.

Skills

Creative skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Journeyman Design Model Maker or equivalent

Tools

Product View

Solid View

Pro-E

CAD data import/export

CNC/CAM

Job description

MillerKnoll in Holland, MI is seeking a Senior Model Maker to independently build prototypes, models and mock-ups from sketches and CAD data, coordinating with Design and Development teams to meet project schedules. The role requires leading cost estimation for components, designing fixtures or molds, and mentoring model maker apprentices, while ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to specifications.

You should have 10+ years in a Design/Development Model Shop as a Journeyman, with strong