Mechanical Designer - GD&T Tolerance Analysis

Protingent; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 72,000 - 117,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k plan

Insurance options

Education reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Protingent is seeking a Mechanical Designer for GD&T tolerance analysis. The role focuses on producing robust CAD models, maintaining complex designs, and performing 1-D tolerance stack-ups. You will leverage Sigmetrix CeTol and SolidWorks, ensuring GD&T per ASME standards while applying DFM/DFA principles.

The position offers contract work with 100% remote location in the United States, requiring up to 5% travel. Candidates should have 8+ years CAD experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated GD&T expertise per ASME Y14.5-2018.
• Experience with 3-D tolerance analysis software (Sigmetrix CeTol preferred).
• 8+ years CAD experience with SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Produce robust CAD models for fast-paced design evolution.
• Develop and maintain complex mechanical designs; conduct trade studies to down-select options.
• Use model configurations to support analytical needs (structural, thermal, etc.).
• Generate complex 3-D tolerance analyses using Sigmetrix CeTol.
• Review drawings for GD&T accuracy per ASME Y14.5-2018 and company standards.
• Document design progress and decisions via collaboration tools.
• Create engineering drawings per ASME Y14.1 and Y14.5 standards.
• Perform and document 1-D tolerance stack-up calculations.
• Maintain configuration control of models/drawings via PLM/PDM systems.
• Review and contribute to design documents and standards.

Skills

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

3D tolerance analysis

SolidWorks

PDM

DFM

DFA

CAD

Written communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Tools

Sigmetrix CeTol

Job description

Position Title: Mechanical Designer - GD&T Tolerance Analysis

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Mechanical Designer - GD&T Tolerance Analysis opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Produce robust CAD models that facilitate fast-paced design evolution and derivative creation that leverage advanced CAD modeling techniques and methodologies.
• Develop and maintain complex mechanical designs; pro-actively seek out, research, and propose unique solutions; conduct trade studies to down-select best option.
• Use model configurations to support analysis needs, such as: Structural, Neutronics, Thermal-Hydraulic, Radiological, Safety, etc.
• Generate complex 3-D tolerance analyses using Sigmetrix CeTol 6? software.
• Review drawings for accuracy of information, correct application of GD&T per ASME Y14.5-2018, conformance to ASME & Company drafting standards via electronic redline process.
• Document design progress, changes, and decisions via Company's internal and external online collaboration workspaces.
• Create supporting technical presentations, documents, and reports as needed.
• Create engineering drawings (design, layout, detail, interface control, general arrangement, etc.) per ASME Y14.1 and Y14.5 standards.
• Perform and document 1-D tolerance stack up calculations.
• Ensure and maintain configuration control of models/drawings via Company's product data management and product life-cycle management software.
• Regularly review design group generated documents, propose improvements, proactively contribute to written guidance and standards development.

Job Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5-2018.
• Experience using 3-D tolerance analysis software, Sigmetrix CeTol 6 highly preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in CAD with proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Experience using a product data management system (PDM).
• Experience producing engineering drawings in SolidWorks.
• Experience checking design drawings.
• Creative thinker with strong analytical/problem solving skills and ability to work multiple tasks concurrently with minimum direction to solve challenging problems.
• Organized and detail oriented, with excellent writing and communication skills.
• Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
• Experience in Mechanical and Machine Design.

The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly, display respect, and show a desire to foster teamwork.

Travel Required: 0-5%.

Job Details

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $52-$85/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
• Location: 100% Remote
• Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

Benefits Package

• Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation - from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future. #TerraPro