Apple
Model Maker - Finisher
$134K–$246K
Cupertino, California · Full-time · Posted Jul 7, 2026
- Experience
- 3–5 years preferred; candidates with fewer years of experience and a strong portfolio and demonstrated initiative are encouraged to apply.
About the job
Crafts and finishes high-fidelity appearance models and physical mock-ups to support evaluation and communication of industrial design concepts.
What you'll do
- Perform cosmetic hand finishing and painting on appearance models.
- Assemble models with precision and consistency.
- Collaborate in a fast-paced, creative design environment.
What they ask for
- Strong hand-finishing skills and experience with a wide range of materials and tools.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
Nice to have
- 3–5 years of experience in product model making or a closely related discipline; candidates with fewer years may apply with a strong portfolio and demonstrated initiative.
- Craftsmanship, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency finishing plastics and metals across surface types from high polish to fine matte.
Pay
$133,500 and $246,200 USD base salary
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