Model Maker
Core
Own the cosmetic finishing, painting, and detailed assembly of appearance models and physical mock-ups for humanoid robots.
Role type
Senior IC physical model maker (robotics prototyping)
Builds
High-fidelity appearance models and physical mock-ups for the NEO humanoid robot
Domain
Robotics hardware prototyping / Industrial design
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cosmetic hand finishing, painting plastics and metals, detailed model assembly, surface preparation, sanding, polishing, masking, paint application, interpreting CAD models and technical drawings, working with adhesives and hand tools
Preferred skills
Experience in industrial design studios or prototyping labs, familiarity with consumer product prototypes, ability to translate design intent into physical models (via careerplan.io/jobs/1a7cb154-2c22-4a36-9afe-c9e8bcf85698-model-maker-at-1x)
Responsibilities
Execute cosmetic hand finishing and painting across various materials to achieve consistent surface quality, complete detailed model assembly with precision, collaborate with industrial designers and engineers to resolve appearance challenges, maintain repeatable finishing standards, support timely delivery of models for design reviews and prototype development
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC