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Manufacturing Design Engineer (FreeCAD)

$40–$100/hr

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About this role

Role Overview

Apply advanced mechanical design expertise to help train next-generation AI systems with high-quality, real-world engineering input. You will create, document, and validate production-ready mechanical components and assemblies using FreeCAD or comparable parametric CAD software. No prior AI experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create and revise detailed parametric 3D CAD models for mechanical parts and assemblies.
  • Produce manufacturing-ready engineering drawings, including GD&T and tolerance stack-ups.
  • Design for sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, plastics, and injection molding.
  • Conduct CAD validation and quality assurance reviews to confirm model accuracy and production readiness.
  • Prepare clear technical documentation and assembly instructions for AI model training reference materials.
  • Incorporate technical reviewer feedback to improve CAD models and supporting documentation.

Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of experience designing mechanical components for manufacturing environments.
  • Advanced FreeCAD or similar parametric CAD experience, including modeling, assemblies, and drawing generation.
  • Experience with parametric CAD modeling, mechanical design, 3D CAD modeling, assembly design, engineering drawings, CAD validation, and quality assurance.
  • Hands-on knowledge of sheet metal, CNC, plastics, and injection molding design considerations.
  • Strong command of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and Design for Manufacturing best practices.
  • Ability to produce production-grade CAD models and assess manufacturability against real-world criteria.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documentation and collaboration.

Work Terms

  • Remote contract engagement.

Compensation

  • $40 to $100 per hour.

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