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Posted 29 Jul 2026

CAD Design Expert

This is a remote, project-based role for CAD professionals with hands-on experience in 3D modeling and technical drafting.

Remote$75–$100 per hour
Hiring companyAfterQuery Experts
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About the role

You will complete a variety of modeling, drafting, and design-review tasks, assigned on a project-by-project basis. Work is asynchronous and flexible, with an expected commitment of 10-20 hours per week for the projects you accept. Specific project details are shared with accepted experts. This position offers exceptional pay, flexible scheduling, and a strong addition to your professional portfolio.

Why Apply

  • Flexible Time Commitment – Work on your schedule while tackling meaningful design challenges.
  • Startup Exposure – Work directly with an early-stage Y Combinator-backed company, gaining hands-on experience that sets you apart.
  • Exceptional Pay – Project-based pay up to $100/hour.
  • Professional Growth – Sharpen your skills on varied, challenging CAD tasks across industries and applications.

Responsibilities

  • Complete a variety of CAD modeling and design tasks on a project-by-project basis.
  • Produce models and drawings to professional standards.
  • Review and evaluate existing designs for quality and completeness.
  • Document your work clearly and reproducibly.

Required skills

  • Professional experience in CAD design, drafting, or mechanical/product design.
  • Strong proficiency in at least one major CAD platform (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Fusion 360, CATIA, NX, or equivalent).
  • Demonstrated ability to produce clean, well-structured models and drawings to professional standards.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently on technical tasks.

Preferred skills

  • Experience across multiple CAD platforms.
  • Familiarity with common manufacturing processes.
  • Degree in engineering, design technology, or equivalent professional experience.

Schedule details

Work is asynchronous and flexible, with an expected commitment of 10-20 hours per week for the projects you accept.

Eligibility

Work arrangement: Fully remote

Compensation details

$75–$100 per hour.

More about the hiring companyAfterQuery Experts
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