Manufacturing Design Engineer for AI Model Training
$40–$100/hr
RemoteRemote micro1 is engaging Manufacturing Design Engineer experts to contribute to a customer’s project focused on advanced mechanical design for manufacturing. In this role, you'll apply your expertiseContracttechnology
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Role Overview
Design and document production-ready mechanical parts and assemblies using FreeCAD or similar parametric CAD tools, producing precise engineering drawings and technical documentation that will be used to train next-generation AI systems. This remote contractor role focuses on detailed Design for Manufacturing work across multiple processes, and does not require prior AI experience; your domain expertise in mechanical design is the primary requirement.
Key Responsibilities- Create and modify detailed parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies using FreeCAD or comparable software.
- Produce comprehensive engineering drawings, including GD&T and tolerance stack-ups, suitable for manufacturing handoff.
- Design components and assemblies for a range of manufacturing processes, including sheet metal, CNC machining, plastics, and injection molding.
- Perform CAD validation and quality assurance reviews to confirm model accuracy and production readiness.
- Prepare clear technical documentation and step-by-step assembly instructions to serve as reference material for AI model training.
- Incorporate feedback from technical reviewers to revise CAD models and supporting documentation.
- Apply domain knowledge to produce high-quality, real-world examples that help shape how AI systems learn and reason about mechanical design.
- Minimum 2 years of experience designing mechanical components for manufacturing environments.
- Proficiency in FreeCAD or similar parametric CAD software for advanced modeling, assembly creation, and drawing generation.
- Hands-on experience with design considerations for sheet metal, CNC machining, plastics, and injection molding.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and Design for Manufacturing best practices.
- Proven ability to produce production-grade CAD models and validate them against real-world manufacturability criteria.
- Experience with CAD validation and quality assurance processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and collaboration.
- Engagement type: Independent contractor.
- Location: Remote.
- Pay rate: $40.00 to $100.00 per hour.
- No prior AI experience required; candidates must be able to work as independent contractors and provide the tools and environment needed to complete remote CAD design work.