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CAD Integrations Backend Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$110 - $175/hr

This role combines software engineering, CAD automation, backend architecture and mechanical engineering in ways that are rarely found together. ABOUT US We are a MIT-born, venture-backed Silicon ...

Walker Transport

Manager, CAD

Lafayette, IN

This position will collaborate cross-functionally with product engineering, manufacturing, IT, sales, and ecommerce teams to ensure CAD data and automation capabilities are aligned with and actively ...

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CAD Designer

Richardson, TX · On-site

$28 - $34/hr

Experience with design automation, parametric modeling, or CAD customization (e.g., iLogic, macros, scripting, or template standardization) - a plus. * Knowledge and understanding of drawing formats ...

ORANGE EV LLC

CAD Designer

Kansas City, KS · On-site

$25.50 - $35.25/hr

Build and maintain iLogic rules, automation scripts, and configuration driven models to streamline design processes. * Manage CAD data, revisions, and workflows in Autodesk Vault (Vault Basic ...

Orange EV

CAD Designer

Kansas City, KS · On-site

$26 - $35.75/hr

Build and maintain iLogic rules, automation scripts, and configuration driven models to streamline design processes. * Manage CAD data, revisions, and workflows in Autodesk Vault (Vault Basic ...

Orange EV

CAD Designer

Kansas City, KS · On-site

$26 - $35.75/hr

Build and maintain iLogic rules, automation scripts, and configuration driven models to streamline design processes. * Manage CAD data, revisions, and workflows in Autodesk Vault (Vault Basic ...

Micron

New College Grad - EDA/CAD Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

$64K - $159K/yr

The Memory CAD Engineering organization plays a critical role in enabling Micron's custom memory design teams through advanced design automation, workflow innovation, and engineering productivity ...

Micron

New College Grad - EDA/CAD Engineer

Boise, ID

$64K - $159K/yr

The Memory CAD Engineering organization plays a critical role in enabling Micron's custom memory design teams through advanced design automation, workflow innovation, and engineering productivity ...

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How much do freelance cad automation jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance cad automation in the United States is $26.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Cad Automation vs CAD Designer?

AspectFreelance Cad AutomationCAD Designer
CredentialsProficiency in CAD software, automation scripting, and programmingProficiency in CAD software, design principles, and drafting skills
Work EnvironmentRemote, project-based, flexible hoursOffice or remote, often in design teams or firms
Industry UsageUsed across engineering, manufacturing, and architecture for automation tasksUsed mainly for creating and modifying design drawings

Freelance Cad Automation specialists focus on automating repetitive tasks using scripting and programming within CAD software, often working remotely on diverse projects. CAD Designers primarily create and modify detailed design drawings, typically working within design teams. Both roles require CAD proficiency, but Freelance Cad Automation emphasizes automation skills, while CAD Designers focus on design creation.

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Freelance Mechanical Engineer / CAD Designer

RKS Design, Inc.

Thousand Oaks, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 hours ago

Job description


Freelance Mechanical Engineer / CAD Designer
SolidWorks CAD Update & Documentation (Beta Reconciliation)
About RKS
RKS is a 40-year industrial design and product development firm bringing complex products to market across consumer, medical, appliance, and industrial sectors. We integrate industrial design, mechanical engineering, and electronics to deliver production-ready systems for global clients.
The Engagement
We are seeking a mid-level Mechanical or CAD Designer (contract/freelance) with strong SolidWorks experience to support reconciliation of a beta prototype with its 3D CAD database.
The product is in a working beta stage. The core architecture is established. The immediate need is detailed, methodical CAD updating to reflect the current beta prototype and documentation alignment to prepare the database for production assembly reference as the CAD database may lack detail around mounting plates, wiring harnesses and other components were added in the build of the beta unit.
This is a hands-on CAD-intensive role suited for someone highly comfortable working in large assemblies and managing detailed updates.
Key Responsibilities
1. Beta Prototype vs. CAD Review
  • Review physical betaprototype against existing SolidWorks assembly
  • Identify discrepanciesbetween as-built hardware and current 3D CAD
  • Document differencesin geometry, mounting, fasteners, routing, and interfaces

2. 3D CAD Database Updates
  • Update largeSolidWorks assemblies to reflect the current working prototype
  • Resolve interferencesand misalignments discovered during reconciliation
  • Maintain properassembly structure, part references, and configurations
  • Ensure clean,organized, production-ready model structure

3. 2D Documentation Updates
  • Update 2D drawings toreflect revised 3D geometry
  • Revise dimensions,tolerances, materials, and notes as required
  • Maintain revisioncontrol and drawing standards
  • Ensure drawing packagealigns with updated BOM and assembly structure

Required Qualifications
  • Approximately 4-7years of product development experience
  • Strong proficiency in SolidWorks(large assemblies required) / 3D + 2DCAD
  • Experience updatingand maintaining complex 3D CAD databases
  • Experience generatingand revising detailed 2D production drawings
  • Strong attention todetail and methodical documentation skills
  • Ability to workindependently within an established engineering structure

Preferred
  • Bachelor's degree inMechanical Engineering
  • Experience with sheetmetal and injection-molded parts
  • Familiarity withelectromechanical assemblies (PCBs, wiring, motors, pumps, etc.)
  • Experience preparingdocumentation for manufacturing release

Engagement Details
  • Freelance / Contract
  • Immediate start
  • Project-basedengagement
  • In office

Requirements
Required Qualifications
  • Approximately 4-7years of product development experience
  • Strong proficiency in SolidWorks(large assemblies required) / 3D + 2DCAD
  • Experience updatingand maintaining complex 3D CAD databases
  • Experience generatingand revising detailed 2D production drawings
  • Strong attention todetail and methodical documentation skills
  • Ability to workindependently within an established engineering structure

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