Clay Modeler

The Clay Modeler's primary responsibilities are to perform hand modeling in clay to produce three dimensional full-size and scale automotive models and / or components from verbal instruction and various two-dimensional specifications.

This position requires a high degree of creativity, skill, accuracy, and coordination in a collaborative team-based environment with the ability to exercise independent judgment with available supervision as needed. This position also requires personal clay tools and specific knowledge of clay application, roughing in and hand sculpting clay to achieve a presentation level class "A" surface.

The selected candidate must apply the appropriate use of all clay modeling equipment. The Modeler must possess the ability of form development through creative clay sculpting, work closely with Designers to successfully integrate design sketches, verbal direction, and engineering criteria into a design theme. The selected candidate must also be proficient in the safe use of all common shop power equipment.

Basic Qualifications :

• A minimum of 5 years of Industrial Sculpting experience or a Certificate in Industrial Sculpting
• Must adhere to curve and surface creation standards for development of "class A" quality surfacing
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Understand process between clay modeling, milling & digitizing, plus support the workflow and setup between these tasks
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and work in difficult positions around models with regular reaching, pushing, bending, and lifting
• Proficient usage of computer equipment and Microsoft Office Products
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others
• Detail oriented, self-motivated with the ability to accomplish work without supervision
• Good oral and written communications skills
• Must submit portfolio along with application to be considered a viable candidate for the position

Preferred Qualifications :

PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS :

This position requires a portfolio in a PDF format be submitted with your application. Applications will not be processed without meeting this requirement.

Please ensure your portfolio meets the following requirements :

Salaried Employee Benefits (US, Non-Represented)

Health & Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverages encompassing the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and overall Wellbeing of our employees, including short- and long-term disability.

Compensation, Savings, and Retirement

Annual Incentive Plan (SAIP), 401k with Employer Match & Contribution (max 8%), SoFi Student Loan Refinancing.

Time Away from Work

Paid time includes company holidays, vacation, and Float / Wellbeing Days.

Family Benefits

12 Weeks paid Parental Leave, Domestic Partner Benefits, Family Building Benefit, Marketplace, Life / Disability and other Insurances.

Professional Growth

Annual training, tuition reimbursement and discounts, Business Resource & Intra-professional Groups.

Company Car & More

Comprehensive Company Car Program and Vehicle Discounts. Vehicle discounts include family and friends.