Chief Modeler, Transportation

- Oversee creation of scale and full-size interior and exterior clay models for design evaluation by Designers and Engineers following verbal instructions and drawings.
- Sculpt interior and exterior models to the instruction and/or direction of Designers, managers, and Chief Designers.
- Coordinate manpower needs with Design Managers and Designers to allocate manpower to meet project deadlines and budgets.
- Assist with planning timeline and manpower for all Studio clay models and color and trim issues.
- Attend Management meetings and communicate information between upper management, design, engineering and the modeling staff.
- Communicate with Design Managers and Chief Designer to assure modeling needs and expectations are met.
- Consult with Engineering and Management on clay design issues.
- Interact with Marketing, Product Planning, Engineering, the press and other media regarding designs.
- Ensure compliance with Air Quality Management District (AQMD) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, California OSHA requirements and manage Studio maintenance.
- Assist with inventory tracking, procurement, receiving and stocking of studio materials and tools.
- Assist with crating and shipping of all models.
- Assist with research and acquisition of new equipment and tools for studio.
- Assist in planning fixed asset budget for studio.
- Create and present technical reports as assigned.
- Perform administrative functions such as purchasing requests, timecard, vacation requests, travel requests, etc.
- Perform additional projects as assigned.
- Travel up to 20% oftime domestically and internationally.
- Utilize Digital tools available.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 + years of professional experience in creating clay models for major automotive design studios.
- Expert knowledge and understanding of manual surface development
- Experience 5 years' coordinating work with Design Managers, Senior Engineers, Color and Trim Designers, and Chief Designer to understand design and engineering requirements.
- Expert knowledge of model making techniques, tools, materials and equipment.
- Knowledge of Automotive Industry engineering and manufacturing.
- Able to support 3D printing of parts and machinery
- Know how to operate clay milling machines 5-axis
- Understanding how to scan clay models exterior and interior
- Expert in advanced design programs and managing project timeline and milestones