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Atomic Machines

AI CAD Engineer

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$210K - $260K/yr

As a CAD Automation Engineer, you will have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and shape our CAD/automation workflows by developing generative and programmatic CAD pipelines that transform design ...

Hitachi

CAD Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$27.50 - $30/hr

No CAD Engineer Company: Hitachi Particle Engineering and Services, Inc. Location: Pleasanton, CA Status: 6 - 12 month contract (eligible for extension) The Company Hitachi Particle Engineering and ...

Xoriant Corporation

CAD Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

Ensure robustness, scalability, and maintainability of developed solutions Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in CAD/EDA development or related engineering roles * Strong programming ...

Protingent

Senior Staff CAD Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$65 - $75/hr

Senior Staff CAD Engineer Position Description : Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Senior Staff CAD Engineer with our client located in San Jose, CA. * We are looking for a senior IC EDA ...

Astranis

Senior CAD Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$123K - $169K/yr

Senior CAD Engineer As an Astranis Senior CAD Engineer you will be a leader in the design and configuration of our spacecraft and the documentation and processes used to transfer from design to ...

Supernal

Sr. Aircraft Layout & CAD Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

The Sr. Aircraft Layout & CAD Engineer supports aircraft configuration development, vehicle layout, packaging, and structural design integration for advanced air vehicle concepts. This role develops ...

AERONOT DESIGN

CAD Drafter

Fresno, CA

$22.25 - $30/hr

CAD Drafter Aeronot Design is an architecture firm specializing in imaginative, custom buildings ... Strong skills in Technical Drawing and Engineering Drawings, including clear dimensioning, notation ...

Space Kinetic

CAD Design Engineer

El Segundo, CA

The CAD Design Engineer will design and build prototypes for the Space Kinetic's core technology to achieve our mission of a flight demo within the next 2 years in a fast-paced startup environment.

Space Kinetic

CAD Design Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

The CAD Design Engineer will design and build prototypes for the Space Kinetic's core technology to achieve our mission of a flight demo within the next 2 years in a fast-paced startup environment.

Space Kinetic

CAD Design Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

The CAD Design Engineer will design and build prototypes for the Space Kinetic's core technology to achieve our mission of a flight demo within the next 2 years in a fast-paced startup environment.

MatX

ASIC/SOC CAD Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$175K - $362K/yr

MatX is seeking a Physical Design CAD Engineer to join our team as we create best-in-class silicon for high-performance and sustainable GenAI. The ASIC/SOC Physically Design CAD Engineer will be ...

MatX

ASIC/SOC CAD Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$175K - $362K/yr

MatX is seeking a Physical Design CAD Engineer to join our team as we create best-in-class silicon for high-performance and sustainable GenAI. The ASIC/SOC Physically Design CAD Engineer will be ...

Flatiron Construction Corp

CAD Designer

Concord, CA

$74K - $76K/yr

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

Flatiron Construction Corp

CAD Designer

Concord, CA

$76K/yr

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

Flatiron Construction Corp

CAD Designer

Concord, CA

$76K/yr

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

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As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for cad engineer in California is $91,910.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,100.00 and $117,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cad Engineer vs Mechanical Drafter?

AspectCad EngineerMechanical Drafter
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering or related field, CAD certificationsAssociate's or diploma in drafting, CAD training
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, engineering firms, manufacturing companiesArchitectural and engineering drafting departments
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, product design, constructionArchitectural, mechanical, and manufacturing industries

Cad Engineers and Mechanical Drafters both work with CAD software, but Cad Engineers focus on designing and analyzing engineering projects, while Mechanical Drafters create detailed technical drawings. Cad Engineers typically have a broader role involving engineering principles, whereas Mechanical Drafters specialize in drafting detailed mechanical components.

What is a CAD engineer?

A CAD engineer is a highly skilled technician that works with computer-aided design (CAD) computer software. In this career, you specialize in designing complex buildings, machinery, and even automobiles using programs like AutoCAD. You may work with both two dimensional and three-dimensional designs. 2D modeling is referred to as surface modeling, as opposed to solid modeling, which is the 3D approach. Your job duties include creating detailed designs on your computer, translating design requirements into a finalized design specification, and presenting your designs to customers and management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CAD engineer?

To thrive as a CAD Engineer, you need a solid understanding of engineering principles, proficiency in drafting and design, and typically a degree in mechanical, civil, or related engineering fields. Expertise in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA, and familiarity with industry standards are essential, with certifications in these tools often preferred. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with teams and translate concepts into precise technical drawings. These competencies ensure the accurate and efficient development of design projects, reducing errors and streamlining product development.
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AI CAD Engineer

Atomic Machines

Emeryville, CA • On-site

$210K - $260K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Atomic Machines is ushering in a new era of micromanufacturing with its Matter Compiler™ technology platform. This platform enables new classes of micromachines to be designed and built by providing manufacturing processes and a materials library that are inaccessible to semiconductor manufacturing methods. It unlocks MEMS manufacturing not only for device classes that could never be produced by semiconductor methods, but also for entirely new categories. Furthermore, this digital platform is fully programmable in the way 3D printing is digital-but whereas 3D printing produces parts of a single material using a single process, the Matter Compiler™ technology platform is a multi-process, multi-material system: bits and raw materials go in, and complete, functional micromachines come out. The Atomic Machines team has also created an exciting first device-made possible only through the Matter Compiler™ technology platform-that we will be unveiling to the world soon.
Our offices are in Emeryville and Santa Clara, California.
About The Role:
As a CAD Automation Engineer, you will have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and shape our CAD/automation workflows by developing generative and programmatic CAD pipelines that transform design specifications into manufacturable micro-device assemblies. You'll collaborate closely with our AI, Modeling & Simulation, and Design teams to build systems that automatically explore, assemble, and optimize designs from a library of components. You will join a tight cross-functional team dedicated to pushing the limits of micro-manufacturing and computational design.
This position is onsite in our Emeryville, CA office, with openness to an occasional work-from-home arrangement when needed.
When referencing the compensation band below, please note that it may vary based on a candidate's experience and level. This role is not tied to a single level and may span earlier-in-career through senior-level candidates (L4-L6). Final leveling will be determined during the interview process. We are open to strong earlier-career candidates who are excited to grow into broader technical leadership or architectural responsibility over time.
What You'll Do:
  • Build CAD workflows that programmatically construct, modify, and evaluate 3D assemblies. This includes:
    • Manipulating and parametrizing CAD models to support iterative design and optimization.
    • Integrating with CAD APIs to move beyond GUI-based workflows, enabling high-throughput automated modeling and simulation.
    • Developing geometric intelligence - algorithms that infer how parts mate, fit, and interact to form functional assemblies.
  • Create and maintain a library of parametric components for generative design exploration.
  • Develop GenAI-driven workflows for CAD generation and automated design exploration.
What You'll Need:
Required
  • Deep expertise in CAD manipulation and parametrization, including scripting and automation (e.g., with Onshape API, SolidWorks API, Fusion API, or similar).
  • Strong background in programmatic CAD workflows.
  • Knowledge of AI-based CAD generation or generative design algorithms.
  • Deep understanding of CAD interoperability standards (STEP, IGES, JT, or similar).
  • Proficiency in interacting with CAD software via APIs (Python, C++, or other relevant languages).
  • Experience in parsing large sets of CAD models with product and manufacturing information to create batchable datasets for training.
  • Bachelor's or Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computational Design, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • For Staff level, 10+ years of industrial experience (post Bachelor's), or 8+ years of industrial experience (post Master's) or 5+ years of industrial experience (post PhD), with the option of relaxing these requirements for a Senior level position.

Nice to have
  • Experience with geometric modeling kernels (e.g., OpenCascade, Parasolid).
  • Experience in mastering NURBS and B-Rep.
  • Experience with meshing, especially for simulation or manufacturing purposes.
  • Experience with Model-Based Definitions.

Bonus Points For
  • Experience with implicit geometric representations.
  • Experience with simulation-in-the-loop design, shape optimization, or topology optimization workflows.

The compensation for this position also includes equity and benefits.
Salary Range
$210,000-$260,000 USD

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