CAD Engineer

CAD Engineer II (Contract) W-2 only

Locations: Cupertino, CA or Austin, TX (Hybrid)
Duration: 6-month contract
Employment Type: W-2 only

Overview - W-2 only. No C2C. No sponsorship.

We are seeking a CAD Engineer II to support design and development efforts within a fast-paced engineering environment. This role will focus on creating and maintaining high-quality CAD models and drawings to support product development, manufacturing, and cross-functional collaboration.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in detail-oriented design work and enjoys working closely with engineering and product teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and modify 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings for engineering projects
• Support design efforts for sheet metal and plastic/injection-molded components
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles throughout the design process
• Perform tolerance analysis to ensure manufacturability and quality
• Build and manage assemblies, including BOM structures and exploded views
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure CAD data integrity within PLM systems
• Identify and resolve design issues in a timely manner

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with NX CAD and Teamcenter (required)
• Strong understanding of:
  • Associative CAD modeling
  • Parent/child relationships in assemblies
  • 2D drafting and drawing creation
  • Assembly fundamentals (constraints, coordinates, BOMs)
• Experience with:
  • Sheet metal design
  • Plastic / injection-molded part design
  • Tolerance analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with surfacing techniques
• Familiarity with PLM systems and product lifecycle workflows
• Experience working in consumer product or hardware development environments
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative setting
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills

What We re Looking For

• Proactive communicator who can partner effectively across teams
• Highly detail-oriented with strong ownership of work
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment