Wood Model Maker

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Wood Model Maker for our Prototype Wood Model Shop (Concept Tooling) in Auburn Hills, MI. The role involves building rough stock for CNC machines, hand crafting parts, and finishing sanded and coated models for lamination or vacuum forming.

You will read 2D/3D drawings and select appropriate woodworking tools to ensure precise fit and surface finish. Preferred candidates have experience with fiberglass/carbon fiber lamination and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of one year relevant experience in wood model making.
• Ability to read 2D and 3D drawings and to create models from 3D drawings.

Responsibilities

• Build rough stock for CNC machines.
• Hand build parts for models.
• Finish sand and coat models for lamination or vacuum forming.

Skills

Read 2D drawings

Read 3D drawings

Woodworking tools

CNC milling prep

Sanding & finishing

Calipers & height gauges

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Table saw

Band saw

Planer

Jointer

Job description

We are looking for a Wood Model Maker in our Prototype Wood Model Shop (Concept Tooling). The candidate will build rough stock for CNC machines, hand build parts, and finish sand and coat models for lamination or Vacuum forming.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience
• Journeyman Wood Model Maker
• Working knowledge of Planners, Jointers, Band saws, Table saws, and other wood working machinery
• Able to read 2d and 3d drawings
• Able to create model from 3D drawing
• Working knowledge of Fiberglass & Carbon Fiber lamination process
• Proper use and type of sandpaper
• Proper use and type of wood filler
• Able to read height gages, calipers and use scribe tools
• Proper use of spray gun for application of sanding sealer
• Able Glue up stock in preparation for CNC machine.
• Square a base.
• Build a perfect plank base.
• Flatten stock for mounting.
• Drill holes in stock
• Drill & countersink holes in base.
• Thorough understanding of CNC milling processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of model building experience
• Able to laminate and trim fiberglass and carbon fiber parts.
• Exposed to urethane mold making.

We are looking for a Wood Model Maker in our Prototype Wood Model Shop (Concept Tooling). The candidate will build rough stock for CNC machines, hand build parts, and finish sand and coat models for lamination or Vacuum forming.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.