Engineering Design & Simulation Specialist

Micro1; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

micro1 is seeking experienced CAD designers and mechanical engineers to support an AI training project focused on mechanical design. The role involves creating and editing 3D CAD models, developing parametric models, and documenting the design process step by step to help AI systems understand engineering design workflows and constraints.

You will review models for dimensional accuracy and manufacturability, produce technical instructions, and apply engineering judgment to improve designs.

Qualifications

• 3D parametric CAD modeling experience required.
• Solid knowledge of GD&T and manufacturing processes.
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher.
• Professional experience with SolidWorks or similar parametric CAD software.
• Masters or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies based on technical specifications.
• Develop parametric models using sketches, constraints, dimensions, and feature trees.
• Design and modify mechanical components with functionality and manufacturability in mind.
• Review CAD models for dimensional accuracy, tolerances, geometric quality, and manufacturing feasibility.
• Complete advanced CAD design tasks and document workflows with clear decisions and techniques.
• Create clear technical instructions and detailed prompts for mechanical design tasks.
• Apply engineering judgment to identify issues, improve models, and explain potential solutions.

Skills

SolidWorks

Parametric CAD

CAD Editing

GD&T

English B2+

Manufacturing

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

micro1 is looking for experienced CAD designers and mechanical engineering professionals to contribute to an AI training project focused on mechanical design. In this role, you'll apply your CAD expertise to create and modify 3D models, solve realistic mechanical design challenges, and document your design process step by step. Your work will help AI systems better understand engineering design workflows, technical constraints, and the reasoning behind design decisions.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies based on technical specifications.
• Develop parametric models using sketches, constraints, dimensions, and feature trees.
• Design and modify mechanical components while considering functionality, manufacturability, and engineering requirements.
• Review CAD models for dimensional accuracy, tolerances, geometric consistency, and manufacturing feasibility.
• Complete advanced CAD design tasks and document your workflows step by step, explaining key decisions and modeling techniques.
• Create clear technical instructions and detailed prompts for mechanical design tasks.
• Apply engineering judgment to identify design issues, improve models, and explain potential solutions.

Required Skills

• solidworks
• parametric-cad-modeling
• cad-editing Hands-on experience with 3D parametric CAD modeling, mechanical parts, and assemblies.
• Good understanding of mechanical design principles, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and manufacturing processes.
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher.
• Professional experience using SolidWorks or similar parametric CAD software.
• A master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Previous experience with human data projects, such as data annotation, reinforcement learning from human feedback (RLHF), or AI model evaluation.
• Familiarity with manufacturing methods such as CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, or reverse engineering.