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Model Builder (Call-in Contract)

Guelph, ON
On-site
Posted Aug 20, 2026
1 position

$24–$28 / hour

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Employment type: Contract
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Location requirements: Country, Canada

Job summary

The Model Builder is responsible for constructing physical and electronic models by operating shop equipment, 3D printers, and hand tools. They must also manage model inventory and collaborate with the engineering team to solve modeling challenges based on technical drawings.

Job details

Model Builder (Call-in Contract) Department: Model Shop Employment Type: Contract Location: Guelph, ON Reporting To: Brydan Bacon Compensation: CA$24.00 - CA$28.00 / hour Description RWDI is a global climate and performance engineering consulting firm that helps its clients redefine what’s possible by overcoming design and operational challenges, while minimizing environmental, user, and resource impact. With deep technical expertise across a broad range of services, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects. We are a values-based organization, which means everything we do relates back to our three core values: innovation, integrity, and integration. So, when we look for new people to join our team, alignment to these values is a vital piece of our people puzzle. Here’s what this looks like: You push the boundaries of what’s possible. People know they can rely on you to follow through on your commitments. You believe that when a group of people come together, they can achieve more than anyone person could alone. If this sounds like you and you’re ready to join an award-winning organization and work alongside renown technical and exceptionally innovative colleagues, RWDI is the place for you. RWDI is seeking a Modeler to join the Model Shop team in our Guelph office. This is a 12 month call-in contract position, hours of work may vary from 20-40 hours per week and are not always guaranteed. Key Responsibilities The role includes but is not limited to the following: Perform model storage, organization, handling, and inventory tasks to support the efficient operation of the shop Operating a variety of equipment, mainly shop equipment and hand tools, cameras, computers Support with building physical or electronic models and prototypes Participating in the planning and coordination of projects Collaborating with the engineering team to problem-solve modeling issues Ensuring the project requirements are being fulfilled through ongoing communication with the project team Physical demands of the job include the ability to free-lift up to 40 lbs Candidates from the construction, carpentry, manufacturing, trades, and technical production environments are encouraged to apply. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise We are accepting applications from candidates with the following skills and qualifications: High school diploma and/or college diploma in architectural or engineering technology and/or woodworking diploma The ability to use various power/hand tools Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy Demonstrated initiative, and independent problem-solving methods/capabilities Proven ability to successfully meet deadlines and manage several projects at once, by accurately prioritizing tasks Ability to change tasks and priorities on short notice Excellent communication skills Strong people and team skills as well as highly motivated If you possess 80% of the qualifications listed, please apply, since you may have additional skills that would align well with this role. Job Benefits What we offer: An opportunity to redefine possible Hourly rate range: $24.00 - $28.00/hour (based on experience) Potential for overtime during busy seasons An abundance of career paths and opportunities to advance Thank you in advance for your application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. RWDI endorses and practices the principles of equal opportunity employment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with AODA and the Human Rights Code. AI is not used in the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should possess a high school diploma or a college diploma in architectural, engineering, or woodworking fields. Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks, along with the ability to use various shop tools and lift up to 40 lbs, is required.