Metal Model Maker

Engineering Metal Model Maker – Experienced in running a stamping press, die design (for prototype, low number parts) Weld, cut, and grind sheet metal to create or modify prototype sheet metal vehicles bodies and sub-assemblies. Fabricate fixtures and tooling to aid in the prototype sheet metal process.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Knowledge of simple kirksite die design and use for making prototype sheet metal parts

• Use of hand tools: (e.g., drills, die grinders, plasma cutters, protractors)

• CAD print reading and data interpretation

Basic Understanding in Machining:

Mills and Lathes:

• Welding:

MIG, TIG, spot welding, nut projection, and weld stud projection

• Program Medar controllers for spot welders a plus

• Build Plates:

Fabricate, assemble, and layout locations for PLP’s

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vehicle Carts:

Fabricate, assemble, repair, and modify

Templates and Masks:

Fabricate spot welding masks in conjunction with the Plastic Shop

• Fabricate templates (e.g., parts locating, weld locations, reworks, modifications, repairs).

• Builds - (e.g., Mules, VIP, Program):

Assembly, modifications, repairs, and reworks

• Fixtures:

Fabricate and assemble weld fixtures

• Weld BIW fixture assemblies and parts

Build Issue Sheets:

Highlight, diagnose, and report on build issues

Garage and Pilot Support:

Vehicle build support (e.g., modifications, repairs, and reworks)