About this role
Role Overview
Apply advanced mechanical design expertise to help train next-generation AI systems through high-quality, real-world CAD modeling, review, documentation, and feedback. This remote contract role focuses on work in FreeCAD, with Autodesk Inventor and comparable 3D parametric CAD experience directly transferable. Prior AI experience is not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop fully parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies from detailed written briefs using Autodesk Inventor or comparable platforms.
- Edit and update existing models for revised requirements while maintaining parametric integrity and best practices.
- Audit CAD models for dimensional, tolerance, and manufacturability compliance, documenting gaps and issues.
- Create and interpret detailed technical drawings using ASME Y14.5 or equivalent GD&T standards.
- Apply Design for Manufacturability considerations for injection molding, sheet metal, CNC machining, and casting or forging.
- Provide clear documentation and rationale for design decisions, model edits, and audits to support AI training work.
- Deliver precise written and verbal feedback and solution-oriented insights to project stakeholders.
Qualifications
- At least 4 years of hands-on parametric modeling experience for edit-level work, and 10 or more years for complex model-creation work.
- Strong Autodesk Inventor expertise. Experience with FreeCAD, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360 is highly relevant.
- Practical GD&T experience using ASME Y14.5 or an equivalent standard.
- DFM experience across at least two to three manufacturing processes, such as injection molding, sheet metal, CNC machining, or casting.
- Experience with reverse-engineering workflows, including scan-to-CAD or point-cloud-to-model reconstruction.
- Ability to manage assembly-level designs and complex mechanical systems, not only single-part models.
- Familiarity with CAD automation or scripting tools such as Python, iLogic, VBA, NX Open, or similar tools.
- Strong technical drawing interpretation, documentation, communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
Work Terms
- Remote contract engagement.
- Work centers on FreeCAD; strong 3D parametric CAD modeling experience is transferable.
Compensation
$30 to $100 per hour.
Application Process
Apply using an email address or a Google account.