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Corgan

Shop Fabricator

Corgan, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview AtCorganwe are passionate aboutgreat designbut the best thing we build is each other. Here,you’llfind camaraderie and collaboration as abundantly as curiosity and creativity.Corganis a welcoming and supportive environment that provides significant career advantages.You’llfind room to grow, freedom to explore — and the safety to fail. Thank you for your interest in joining our curious, passionate, hardworkingteam.

We are actively recruiting a Shop Fabricator to join our growing Model Shop team in our New York-Midtown office location. The Shop isCorgan’s in-house fabrication team, whichleveragesskills in both innovative technologies and traditional craftsmanship to produce physical explorations that enhance our design process. As a Shop Fabricator, you will work under the direction of the ShopLeadershipto create scale architectural models, mock-ups, prototypes, and physical explorations that add value to our projects and clients.

Responsibilities Serve as the primary Shop representative in the New York office, building relationships with design teams, communicating Shop capabilities, and helping integrate physical modeling into the design process.

Collaborate with internal designers and subject matter experts to produce high-quality models, mock-ups, and prototypes that support project storytelling and decision-making.

Independentlymanage the day-to-day operation of the LA or NY fabrication workspace, including workflow coordination, equipment operation, organization, and material readiness.

Maintain regular communication with the Shop Leadership team in Dallas, receiving project assignments, sharing progress updates, andparticipatingin planning and coordination sessions.

Support modeling and fabrication efforts for teams across allCorganoffices, contributing to a national network of makers and designers.

Mentor colleagues and design teams, offering guidance in making, fabrication techniques, and safe shop practices.

Assistinmaintainingfabrication equipment, ensuring proper operation, routine checks, and adherence to safety protocols and cleanliness standards.

Explorenew technologies, materials, and methodologies; test ideas through prototyping; andprovidethoughtful insights to expand The Shop’s capabilities.

Conduct investigations and physical studies that inform design decisions, support innovation, and contribute to our culture of experimentation.

Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Architecture, Product Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, or a relatedfield.

Professional experience working with fabrication tools, materials, and shop equipment.

Strong understanding of digital fabrication technologies (laser cutting, 3D printing, CNC workflows)andassociated processes.

Ability to chooseappropriate fabricationmethodologies based on design intent, material behavior, and project constraints.

Ability to recommend creative fabrication approaches that uncover opportunities, clarify design intent, and support project storytelling.

Strong communicationskills; receptive to feedback and constructive when providing it to others.

Comfortable working with significant autonomy, navigating ambiguous environments, and collaborating across disciplines.

Passionate about making,craft, and creating high-quality physicalexperiences;possessesa curiosity-first mindset.

Experience in the Architecture or Interior Design industry is a plus.

Experience with computational design or parametric modeling tools is a plus.

Experience with digital fabrication and 3D modeling software is strongly preferred, including:

Rhino

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

3D print slicers

CAM software

Other 3D design or fabrication programs

Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills,leveragingtechnology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.

Join Corgan and help make amazing places at a place that makes you amazing!

*Only applications received through our website will be considered.

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

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