Senior FreeCAD Engineer | Remote - Contract

Role Title: Senior FreeCAD Engineer

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

We are engaging Senior FreeCAD Engineers to contribute expertise to a dynamic customer project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Required Skills

• FreeCAD

• Parametric CAD Modeling

• Python Scripting

• Mechanical Engineering

• GD&T

• Design for Manyfacturing (DFM)

• CAD Automation

• Assembly Design

• Technical Drawings

• Engineering QA

Scope of Work

• Create, modify, and validate detailed parametric CAD models in FreeCAD to specified project requirements.

• Develop and optimize mechanical assemblies, leveraging best practices in assembly design and component integration.

• Apply rigorous Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to ensure manufacturability and quality.

• Generate clear, precise technical drawings and documentation for engineering review and downstream processes.

• Conduct thorough engineering QA reviews of CAD models and drawings to identify, communicate, and help resolve issues.

• Utilize Python scripting for CAD automation tasks, streamlining repetitive or complex modeling operations (highly preferred, not mandatory).

• Collaborate by providing insightful feedback on model accuracy, design intent, and process improvements.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, product design, or industrial engineering or any other related field with a focus on parametric CAD modeling.

• Advanced proficiency in FreeCAD or equivalent parametric CAD platforms.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical design fundamentals, including GD&T and DFM best practices.

• Demonstrated ability to produce comprehensive technical drawings and documentation for manufacturing and assembly.

• Experience conducting engineering QA and verifying model integrity and compliance with specifications.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills relevant to remote, project-based collaboration.

Originally posted on Himalayas