SolidWorks Specialist
Listing checked September 4, 2026 · pay as published by Micro1
Overview
micro1 needs a remote contractor for a high-impact mechanical design project that supplies real-world CAD data to train next-generation AI systems. You will build parametric parts and assemblies in FreeCAD from written briefs, keep feature trees clean, and apply precise constraints. Editing existing models to meet new technical requirements is also part of the work, and every file needs clear documentation of what changed. Your SolidWorks experience carries over to FreeCAD, so this fits someone with strong parametric modeling skills. You won't need AI experience; mechanical design expertise is the qualification that counts.
What You'll Do6
- 1Build parametric 3D models of mechanical parts and assemblies from written briefs, keeping feature trees organized and constraints exact.
- 2Edit existing parametric CAD files when technical requirements change, documenting each modification in the model tree or a project log.
- 3Audit parts and assemblies for dimensional accuracy, correct tolerance application, and manufacturability across multiple fabrication methods.
- 4Apply DFM principles for injection molding, sheet metal, CNC machining, casting, and forging as you build or modify geometry.
- 5Translate design intent into unambiguous, structured CAD data suitable for AI model training pipelines.
- 6Deliver clear written status reports to project coordinators and join verbal check-ins when progress updates are needed.
Requirements7
- 1At least 4 years of hands-on parametric CAD experience in SolidWorks, FreeCAD, Fusion 360, or Autodesk Inventor, plus 10+ years for original creation of complex assemblies.
- 2Working knowledge of GD&T under ASME Y14.5 or an equivalent standard, with real application in manufacturing environments.
- 3Practical support for two or more of these processes: injection molding, sheet metal, CNC machining, or casting/forging.
- 4Active involvement in mechanical or industrial CAD modeling, meaning current, everyday use of the tools.
- 5Clear written and verbal communication for documenting project changes and constraints.
- 6Reverse engineering skills such as scan-to-CAD or point cloud conversion are a meaningful advantage.
- 7Experience with assembly-level modeling, and a bonus if you automate CAD workflows with Python, iLogic, VBA, or similar scripts.
Who Should Apply
The ideal candidate has spent years inside parametric CAD software, can parse a written brief and deliver a model with tight constraints, and understands how parts get manufactured. This role suits people comfortable with FreeCAD or willing to switch from SolidWorks without friction. Designers who stick to surfacing or visual render work will find this a poor fit, because almost every task involves mechanical production geometry and manufacturability. Candidates who cannot show real GD&T experience or lack DFM background often fail initial screening. Vague feature trees and thin documentation in past work are red flags, since the project demands clean, structured CAD data for AI training.
Salary Insight
Pay for this remote contract falls between $40 and $100 per hour, depending on experience. The final rate comes up during later conversations with micro1.
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Bring a complex assembly example where reviewers can see your feature tree, GD&T callouts, and DFM decisions. If you have FreeCAD work, put it ahead of SolidWorks files to show your skills transfer.
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