Aquatics & Buoyancy CAD Engineer (AI‑Driven)

Paradigm 3i Solutions; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

A leading defense manufacturing company based in Tampa is seeking an entry-level candidate for a hybrid CAD design role. The role involves functional design and certification inputs for horizontal buoyancy and aquatic safety gear. Candidates should have experience in CAD design, particularly with SolidWorks/Fusion, and familiarity with UL 12402/USCG standards. The position requires on-site sessions along with remote work and offers $25/hr for approximately 20 hours a week, under a temporary contract agreement.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing PFDs or aquatic safety gear.
• Ability to translate requirements into CAD and prototypes.

Responsibilities

• Own functional design and test evidence for horizontal buoyancy.
• Validate materials and architecture choices for durability.
• Provide certification inputs for USCG/UL dossier.

Skills

CAD (SolidWorks/Fusion)

AI-assisted design/rendering

FEA/CFD knowledge

Understanding of UL 12402/USCG requirements

Job description

A leading defense manufacturing company based in Tampa is seeking an entry-level candidate for a hybrid CAD design role. The role involves functional design and certification inputs for horizontal buoyancy and aquatic safety gear. Candidates should have experience in CAD design, particularly with SolidWorks/Fusion, and familiarity with UL 12402/USCG standards. The position requires on-site sessions along with remote work and offers $25/hr for approximately 20 hours a week, under a temporary contract agreement.