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Entry Level Prototype Model Shop Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Fabricate and maintain jigs, fixtures and prototype tooling from sketches, drawings, and verbal information. Assist in maintaining model shop and provide maintenance to all shop equipment as ...

The Model Maker will work on the development and refinement of prototype mechanisms. Detailed ... Possesses the knowledge and skills to safely and accurately operate standard machine shop equipment ...

Prior experience in a model shop, R&D lab, maintenance shop, construction or manufacturing ... support prototype turnaround and test timelines. Associate Requirements * HS Diploma or GED

Rapid Prototype Engineer II

Wichita, KS · On-site

$32 - $35.75/hr

Professional experience working in prototyping labs, machine shops, or makerspace environments ... Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, CAD models, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Rapid Prototype Engineer II

Wichita, KS · On-site

$32 - $35.75/hr

Professional experience working in prototyping labs, machine shops, or makerspace environments ... Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, CAD models, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Rapid Prototype Engineer II

Wichita, KS · On-site

$32 - $35.75/hr

Professional experience working in prototyping labs, machine shops, or makerspace environments ... Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, CAD models, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Machine prototype components from 3-D model files supplied from Engineering Design. * Using ... Proficient in blueprint reading, assembly drawings, shop math, geometry, and use of precision ...

Can you work from technical drawings and solid models to produce a variety of complex prototype and ... Clean and well-lit shop * Quarterly bonus program * Positions hours at 7:00am to 4:30pm Monday ...

Tool Maker

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$38/hr

Build tooling (and related prototypes) according to specifications for application in assembly ... Examine specifications such as blueprints, MBD models, etc., for which tooling is to be built.

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As of Jun 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level prototype model shop in the United States is $31.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $39.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Prototype Model Shop job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,246 per year, or $31.4 per hour.
Engineering Technician - Adv Tech

Engineering Technician - Adv Tech

AprilAire

Sun Prairie, WI

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Overview

Under the direction of our Sr. Principal Engineer – Advanced Technology, the Engineering Technician will work in and support our Sun Prairie Innovation Center by assisting engineers in the development and testing of new products, components and materials as well as helping to improve and update existing products and components. 

This will be a first shift position, operating under a 8-4pm schedule, at our Sun Prairie Innovation Center.

  • Employee must be willing to travel to other locations for testing as needed.
  • Opportunity for overtime and use of company vehicle when available.

Responsibilities
  • Assist engineers in the development and testing of new products, components, and materials and the improving and updating of existing products and components.
  • Construct models and prototypes. Primary responsibilities will focus on Dehumidification, with other projects in Filtration, Humidification, Zoning, etc.
  • Prepare testing setups (i.e. equipment, fixtures, etc.), build test fixtures as required and perform tests according to procedures
  • Perform tests in the lab, including standard mechanical & electrical tests, and non-standard tests still in development.
  • Monitor test data, analyze, and prepare test reports.
  • Write detail oriented technical test reports.
  • Assist with developing and/or recommending improved or new testing procedures.
  • Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, samples, prototypes, etc.
  • Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.  Maintain departmental Lean 5S standards.

Qualifications
  • High school diploma required, Associates Degree preferred.
  • Mechanical aptitude, desire to learn and perform mechanical tasks.
  • 1 year experience preferred, any previous technical experience is a plus.
  • Experience operating model shop equipment and hand tools preferred.
  • Technical writing ability required.
  • Machining and Brazing experience a plus.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office preferred.

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Keyan Stremikis #LI-KS1Qualifications:
  • High school diploma required, Associates Degree preferred.
  • Mechanical aptitude, desire to learn and perform mechanical tasks.
  • 1 year experience preferred, any previous technical experience is a plus.
  • Experience operating model shop equipment and hand tools preferred.
  • Technical writing ability required.
  • Machining and Brazing experience a plus.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office preferred.
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