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Autodesk Inventor Specialist

micro1 is engaging Autodesk Inventor Specialists to contribute expertise to a customer project involving advanced mechanical design and parametric CAD modeling. Specialists will create, edit, and audit complex mechanical parts and assemblies, apply GD&T and Design for Manufacturability principles, interpret technical drawings, and document design decisions to support next-generation AI training. Strong Autodesk Inventor experience is directly transferable to FreeCAD, which is the primary software used for this project.

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Salary

$30 - $100 / hour

Department

Engineering & CAD

Experience

4+ Years

Responsibilities

Develop fully parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies based on detailed written briefs.
Create robust parametric models using Autodesk Inventor or comparable mechanical CAD platforms.
Edit and update existing CAD models to reflect revised technical and design requirements.
Ensure model modifications preserve parametric behavior and follow professional CAD modeling practices.
Audit CAD models for dimensional accuracy, tolerances, manufacturability, and compliance with design requirements.
Identify and document gaps, inconsistencies, or technical issues discovered during model reviews.
Create and interpret detailed technical drawings using ASME Y14.5 or equivalent GD&T standards.
Apply Design for Manufacturability principles across injection molding, sheet metal, CNC machining, casting, and forging.
Provide clear documentation and technical rationale for design decisions, model edits, and audits.
Contribute high-quality mechanical design data and expertise to AI training initiatives.
Communicate precise technical feedback and solution-oriented recommendations to project stakeholders.

Skills

Autodesk InventorFreeCADParametric 3D CAD ModelingMechanical DesignGD&TASME Y14.5Design for ManufacturabilityTechnical Drawing InterpretationAssembly-Level DesignReverse EngineeringScan-to-CADPoint Cloud ModelingCAD Model AuditingInjection MoldingSheet MetalCNC MachiningCasting & ForgingCAD AutomationPythoniLogicVBANX OpenTechnical DocumentationProblem Solving

Requirements

Minimum 4 years of hands-on parametric CAD modeling experience for model editing assignments.
Approximately 10+ years of experience may be required for complex model creation assignments.
Strong expertise in Autodesk Inventor and professional parametric 3D modeling workflows.
Experience with FreeCAD, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or comparable parametric CAD platforms is highly relevant.
Practical experience applying GD&T standards, including ASME Y14.5 or equivalent.
Demonstrated Design for Manufacturability expertise across at least two to three manufacturing processes.
Strong ability to create and interpret detailed mechanical and technical drawings.
Experience managing assembly-level designs and complex mechanical systems, not only individual parts.
Experience with reverse engineering workflows such as scan-to-CAD or point cloud-to-model reconstruction.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes including injection molding, sheet metal, CNC machining, casting, or forging.
Familiarity with CAD automation or scripting using Python, iLogic, VBA, NX Open, or similar tools is advantageous.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, documentation ability, and written and verbal communication.

Benefits

Remote contract opportunity
Earn $30–$100 per hour
29 openings available
Apply advanced Autodesk Inventor expertise to next-generation AI systems
Work with complex parametric mechanical parts and assemblies
Gain exposure to FreeCAD-based AI training workflows
Apply real-world GD&T and Design for Manufacturability expertise
Opportunity to leverage CAD automation and scripting skills

Autodesk Inventor Specialist

Responsibilities

Develop fully parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical parts and assemblies based on detailed written briefs.

Create robust parametric models using Autodesk Inventor or comparable mechanical CAD platforms.

Edit and update existing CAD models to reflect revised technical and design requirements.

Ensure model modifications preserve parametric behavior and follow professional CAD modeling practices.

Audit CAD models for dimensional accuracy, tolerances, manufacturability, and compliance with design requirements.

Identify and document gaps, inconsistencies, or technical issues discovered during model reviews.

Create and interpret detailed technical drawings using ASME Y14.5 or equivalent GD&T standards.

Apply Design for Manufacturability principles across injection molding, sheet metal, CNC machining, casting, and forging.

Provide clear documentation and technical rationale for design decisions, model edits, and audits.

Contribute high-quality mechanical design data and expertise to AI training initiatives.

Communicate precise technical feedback and solution-oriented recommendations to project stakeholders.

Skills

Requirements

Minimum 4 years of hands-on parametric CAD modeling experience for model editing assignments.

Approximately 10+ years of experience may be required for complex model creation assignments.

Strong expertise in Autodesk Inventor and professional parametric 3D modeling workflows.

Experience with FreeCAD, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or comparable parametric CAD platforms is highly relevant.

Practical experience applying GD&T standards, including ASME Y14.5 or equivalent.

Demonstrated Design for Manufacturability expertise across at least two to three manufacturing processes.

Strong ability to create and interpret detailed mechanical and technical drawings.

Experience managing assembly-level designs and complex mechanical systems, not only individual parts.

Experience with reverse engineering workflows such as scan-to-CAD or point cloud-to-model reconstruction.

Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes including injection molding, sheet metal, CNC machining, casting, or forging.

Familiarity with CAD automation or scripting using Python, iLogic, VBA, NX Open, or similar tools is advantageous.

Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, documentation ability, and written and verbal communication.

Benefits

Remote contract opportunity

Earn $30–$100 per hour

29 openings available

Apply advanced Autodesk Inventor expertise to next-generation AI systems

Work with complex parametric mechanical parts and assemblies

Gain exposure to FreeCAD-based AI training workflows

Apply real-world GD&T and Design for Manufacturability expertise

Opportunity to leverage CAD automation and scripting skills