Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Crossing Hurdles is seeking a Manufacturing Design Engineer to create production-ready mechanical CAD models and engineering documentation. The role focuses on FreeCAD-based parametric modeling, manufacturing-oriented design, CAD validation, technical documentation for AI model training, and incorporating reviewer feedback.
Responsibilities
- Create and modify detailed parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies using FreeCAD or comparable software
- Develop comprehensive engineering drawings, including GD&T and tolerance stack-ups, suitable for manufacturing handoff
- Design for a variety of manufacturing processes, such as sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, plastics, and injection molding
- Perform CAD validation and quality assurance reviews to ensure model accuracy and readiness for production use
- Prepare clear, concise technical documentation and assembly instructions as reference materials for AI model training
- Incorporate feedback from technical reviewers to revise and improve CAD models and supporting documents
Skills
- Have strong relevant experience designing mechanical components for manufacturing environments
- Expertise in FreeCAD or similar parametric CAD software for advanced modeling, assemblies, and drawing generation
- Hands-on exposure to sheet metal, CNC, plastics, and injection molding design considerations
- Strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) best practices
- Proven ability to produce production-grade CAD models and validate them against real-world manufacturability criteria
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