IT CORP Inc is seeking a skilled 3D Industrial Designer / Mechanical CAD Designer to join their team on a part-time, remote basis. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in consumer product design, mechanical engineering, and creating manufacturing-ready CAD models. Proficiency in SolidWorks, Fusion 360, and PTC Creo is essential, along with a strong understanding of mechanical components, product functionality, and mold design principles. This role involves developing innovative product designs that are optimized for production and manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop consumer products from initial concept through to production-ready CAD models.
- Create precise 3D models, mechanical assemblies, and detailed 2D engineering drawings.
- Develop mechanical components, moving mechanisms, enclosures, and functional product designs.
- Design products suitable for injection molding and other manufacturing techniques.
- Apply knowledge of mold design fundamentals including draft angles, wall thickness, parting lines, undercuts, and shrinkage.
- Implement Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to optimize products for mass production.
- Prepare CAD files for prototyping, CNC machining, 3D printing, and injection molding processes.
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams and manufacturers to refine designs and resolve technical challenges.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion 360, and PTC Creo.
- Strong foundation in consumer product design and mechanical engineering principles.
- Practical experience with plastic product design, injection molding, and mold-related design considerations.
- Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, tolerances, and mechanical assemblies.
- Ability to transform concepts into functional, manufacturable products.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail.
- A portfolio showcasing previous consumer product and mechanical design projects is mandatory.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with hands-on experience in real-world product development, mechanical mechanisms, and injection-molded consumer products will be given preference.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their CV and portfolio for consideration. Please ensure your application clearly demonstrates your relevant experience and skills in consumer product design and mechanical CAD modeling.