Mechanical Design / CAD Expert | $66-$130/hr Remote
Overview
A remote contractor role focused on advanced CAD and mechanical design. You’ll help push AI-driven engineering tools by supplying precise, real world design input and evaluating AI outputs. Expect to tackle GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and DFM challenges while guiding AI to reason and explain complex mechanical problems. Your domain expertise and clear communication set this work apart.
What You'll Do6
- 1Solve intricate mechanical design and CAD challenges across parts and assemblies including GD&T and tolerance analyses
- 2Critically review AI generated technical responses for accuracy and engineering quality
- 3Apply practical engineering judgment to both real production scenarios and theoretical questions
- 4Diagnose design issues using industry standard methods like tolerance stack-up analysis and ASME Y14.5 guidance
- 5Share domain knowledge to inform AI model improvements and refine CAD decision making
- 6Provide clear written and verbal feedback to support AI learning and performance
Requirements5
- 1Bachelor or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field with strong CAD fundamentals
- 2Minimum of 5 years in production design, owning GD&T, tolerance stacks, DFM, and drawing release
- 3Proficiency with parametric CAD tools and familiarity with ASME Y14.5 standards
- 4Experience taking a design from concept to production release and collaborating on ECR/ECN processes
- 5Excellent written and verbal communication skills in professional English
Who Should Apply
You are a precise, technically skilled designer who enjoys rigorous details and explaining complex concepts. Ideal candidates bring deep CAD chops, a track record of delivering production-ready designs, and a passion for helping AI systems learn from real engineering challenges.
Salary Insight
Compensation is task-based, paid per completed project that meets specifications; exact rates vary with experience and completed work.
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Application Tip
Showcase a specific example of a GD&T or tolerance stack up you resolved, including the impact on manufacturability and a brief note on how you documented the change.
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