Fiberglass/Carbon Fiber Fabricator (Contract)
Volt Air
San Francisco, CA, USA
Posted on Sep 18, 2025
We are looking for an experienced technician to lead the fabrication of a custom fiberglass and carbon fiber structure. This is a hands-on role for someone who can design and build molds from scratch, shape materials by hand, and deliver a high-quality, durable exterior suitable for a working prototype. We value real work experience, a strong portfolio of work and a positive reputation/referrals from previous work experiences over resumes and certificates.
- Design and build the required molds for an exterior structure that needs to be both aesthetic and structurally sound
- Recommend appropriate materials (fiberglass, carbon fiber, resins, core materials, finishes)
- Hand-lay and laminate fiberglass/carbon fiber over molds.
- Perform trimming, sanding, finishing, and bonding to achieve a clean, functional structure.
- Ensure structural integrity, durability, and visual quality of the final product.
- Perform final fastening with adhesives and mechanical fasteners of the structure
- Collaborate with our engineering team on fit, tolerances, and integration points.
- Proven experience in fiberglass and carbon fiber fabrication (portfolio or examples and strong recommendations required).
- Strong knowledge of mold-making methods, composite materials, and layup techniques.
- Skilled in hand tools, vacuum bagging, and manual fabrication (CNC experience is a plus)
- Ability to work independently and deliver on a tight timeline onsite.
- Detail-oriented and capable of producing a professional-grade finish.
- Easy to work with
- Connected with the right shops in the Bay Area to outsource any parts we cannot do in-house
- Start date: as soon as possible, must be able to start immediately
- Location: San Francisco Dogpatch area
- Contract length: project based, possibility for repeat projects
- Compensation: based on experience