CAD Designer | Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a skilled CAD engineer to develop fully-parametric 3D models and robust drawings for mechanical parts and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor. You will update existing models to reflect revised requirements and apply best practices.

You will also apply ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards, ensure DFMA across injection molding and CNC processes, and support AI training with clear design documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in parametric modeling for edit-level tasks.
• Expertise in Autodesk Inventor; familiarity with FreeCAD, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360.
• Proficient in GD&T (ASME Y14.5 or equivalent).
• DFM experience across injection molding and CNC machining.
• Experience with reverse engineering workflows (scan-to-CAD, point cloud-to-model).
• Familiar with CAD automation and scripting tools like Python, iLogic, VBA, or NX Open.

Responsibilities

• Create fully-parametric 3D CAD models of parts and assemblies using Inventor.
• Edit existing models to meet revised requirements and best practices.
• Audit CAD models for conformance to GD&T and manufacturability criteria.
• Create and interpret detailed technical drawings applying ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
• Ensure robust DFMA considerations across multiple manufacturing processes.
• Support AI training initiatives with clear design documentation.

Skills

Parametric modeling

GD&T knowledge

Design for Manufacturability

Reverse engineering workflows

CAD automation scripting

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

FreeCAD

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

NX Open

iLogic

VBA

Python

Job description

• Develop fully-parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor.
• Edit and update existing models to reflect revised requirements, ensuring compliance with best practices.
• Audit and review CAD models for compliance with dimensional, tolerance, and manufacturability criteria.
• Create and interpret detailed technical drawings, applying ASME Y14.5 or equivalent GD&T standards.
• Ensure robust Design for Manufacturability (DFM) considerations across various manufacturing processes.
• Support AI training initiatives by providing clear documentation and rationale for design decisions.

Requirements

• Have strong relevant experience in parametric modeling for edit-level tasks.
• Expertise in Autodesk Inventor, with fluency in similar platforms like FreeCAD, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360.
• Demonstrated proficiency with GD&T (ASME Y14.5 or equivalent) in practical applications.
• Proven DFM experience covering multiple manufacturing processes such as injection molding and CNC machining.
• Experience with reverse engineering workflows, such as scan-to-CAD or point cloud-to-model reconstruction.
• Familiarity with CAD automation and scripting tools like Python, iLogic, VBA, or NX Open.