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Remote Autodesk Inventor Designer Jobs in Chicago, IL

YO AI Labs

Autodesk Inventor Expert - Remote

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$30 - $120/hr

Autodesk Inventor Specialist Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced Autodesk Inventor Specialists to contribute their expertise to an innovative project at the ...

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YO AI Labs

SolidWorks Expert - Remote

Chicago, IL · Remote

$40 - $130/hr

Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced SolidWorks Specialists to contribute their expertise ... Expert proficiency in SolidWorks, with experience in Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360, or FreeCAD ...

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YO AI Labs

Autodesk Fusion 360 Expert - Remote

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$40 - $120/hr

Autodesk Fusion 360 Specialist Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking ... Inventor, or FreeCAD. * Practical application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5 or equivalent) in real-world ...

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ICF

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE

Chicago, IL · Remote

$101K - $129K/yr

  • Retirement

We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering ... Experience leading substation projects modelled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor * Familiarity with ...

GFT.

Senior Civil/Structural Drafter - Substation

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$80K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Louis, MO , with remote consideration for qualified candidates. Joining the power team at GFT means ... Autodesk Inventor experience * 3D Modeling experience Compensation: The salary range for this role ...

GFT.

Principal Substation Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$147K - $175K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

However for the right candidate, this would be a remote position. Joining the power team at GFT ... Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation or Inventor Compensation: The salary range for this role is ...

Nexus Engineering Group

Substation Engineer

Oak Brook, IL · On-site +1

$75K - $85K/yr

Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams -- engineers, designers, project managers, clients ... CDEGS, Inventor, or similar design and analysis tools. * Experience preparing engineering ...

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Leidos

Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$73K - $132K/yr

Experience in reviewing full transmission line designs including PLS-CADD models, foundations ... Autodesk AutoCAD * Construction Management and Support Leidos is growing! Connect with us on ...

VIATechnik

Operations Manager, Electrical

Chicago, IL · Remote

$150K/yr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

This is a remote role within the United States. US work authorization is required. About VIATechnik ... Knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud and services.Knowledge of some Revit-based plugins for ...

VIATechnik

VDC Operations Manager, Electrical

Chicago, IL · Remote

$15K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

This is a remote role within the United States. US work authorization is required. About VIATechnik ... Knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud and services. * Knowledge of some Revit-based plugins for ...

VIATechnik

VDC Operations Manager, Electrical

Chicago, IL · Remote

$150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

This is a remote role within the United States. US work authorization is required. About VIATechnik ... Knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud and services. * Knowledge of some Revit-based plugins for ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote autodesk inventor designer in Chicago, IL is $85,655.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,700.00 and $112,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Autodesk Inventor Designer vs Remote CAD Drafter?

AspectRemote Autodesk Inventor DesignerRemote CAD Drafter
Primary RoleCreates detailed 3D models and assemblies using Autodesk InventorPrepares technical drawings and 2D plans from CAD models
Skills & CertificationsProficiency in Autodesk Inventor, 3D modeling, CAD softwareExperience with CAD drafting, technical drawing standards
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, engineering firms, manufacturing companiesArchitectural, engineering, manufacturing firms
Industry UsageProduct design, mechanical engineering, manufacturingConstruction, architecture, engineering projects

While both roles involve CAD software, the Remote Autodesk Inventor Designer focuses on creating detailed 3D models and assemblies, whereas the Remote CAD Drafter specializes in producing technical 2D drawings from those models. The roles often overlap but serve different stages of the design process.

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Infographic showing various Remote Autodesk Inventor Designer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,655 per year, or $41.2 per hour.

Autodesk Inventor Expert - Remote

YO AI Labs

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

$30 - $120/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Job Title: Autodesk Inventor Specialist

Job Type: Contractor
Location: Remote

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced Autodesk Inventor Specialists to contribute their expertise to an innovative project at the intersection of mechanical engineering and emerging AI technology. In this role, you will help improve next-generation AI systems by creating, reviewing, and refining mechanical CAD models and technical documentation. No prior AI experience is required—your engineering and CAD expertise are what matter most.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop fully parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor (or comparable CAD platforms) based on detailed design requirements.

  • Modify and update existing CAD models while maintaining parametric integrity and industry best practices.

  • Review and audit CAD models for dimensional accuracy, GD&T compliance, manufacturability, and design quality.

  • Create, interpret, and validate detailed engineering drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.5 (or equivalent) GD&T standards.

  • Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles across manufacturing processes including injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, and casting.

  • Support AI model development by documenting design decisions, engineering rationale, model revisions, and audit findings.

  • Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams and provide clear, technical feedback to improve engineering datasets and AI-generated outputs.

Required Skills

  • Autodesk Inventor.

  • Parametric 3D CAD modeling.

  • GD&T (ASME Y14.5).

  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM).

  • Technical drawing interpretation.

  • Assembly-level mechanical design.

  • Reverse engineering (Scan-to-CAD, Point Cloud-to-Model).

  • Manufacturing process knowledge (Injection Molding, Sheet Metal, CNC Machining, Casting).

  • CAD model auditing.

  • CAD automation and scripting (Python, iLogic, VBA, NX Open).

  • Technical documentation.

  • Strong written and verbal communication.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills.

  • High attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in parametric CAD modeling for edit-level tasks; 10+ years preferred for complex design and model creation.

  • Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, with experience in comparable CAD platforms such as FreeCAD, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360 considered highly valuable.

  • Practical experience applying GD&T (ASME Y14.5 or equivalent) in production environments.

  • Proven Design for Manufacturability (DFM) experience across multiple manufacturing processes, including injection molding, sheet metal, CNC machining, and casting.

  • Experience with reverse engineering workflows such as Scan-to-CAD and Point Cloud-to-Model reconstruction.

  • Ability to design and manage complex assemblies and mechanical systems.

  • Experience with CAD automation, scripting, or API development using Python, iLogic, VBA, NX Open, or similar technologies.