Wood Model Maker: Prototyping, CNC Prep & Laminations

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Wood Model Maker for the Prototype Wood Model Shop (Concept Tooling). The role involves building rough stock for CNC machining, hand crafting parts, and finishing with sanding, sealing, and lamination preparation.

You will read 2D and 3D drawings, set up and operate woodworking machinery, and fit fiberglass or carbon fiber laminates as needed. A minimum of one year of experience and a journeyman credential are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of relevant experience.
• Journeyman Wood Model Maker credential.
• Able to read 2D and 3D drawings.
• Able to create model from 3D drawing.
• Familiar with fiberglass & carbon fiber lamination processes.
• Proficient with wood working machinery and sanding/sealing.

Responsibilities

• Build rough stock for CNC machines.
• Hand build parts and assemble models.
• Finish sand and coat models for lamination or vacuum forming.
• Glue up stock and prepare for CNC machining.
• Use calipers and height gauges to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Read 2D drawings

Read 3D drawings

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Journeyman Wood Model Maker

Tools

Planers

Jointers

Band saws

Table saws

Calipers

Scribes

Spray gun

Sandpaper

Wood filler

CNC milling knowledge

Lamination prep

Job description

Stellantis is seeking a Wood Model Maker for the Prototype Wood Model Shop (Concept Tooling). The role involves building rough stock for CNC machining, hand crafting parts, and finishing with sanding, sealing, and lamination preparation.

You will read 2D and 3D drawings, set up and operate woodworking machinery, and fit fiberglass or carbon fiber laminates as needed. A minimum of one year of experience and a journeyman credential are preferred.