Computational CAD Engineer - OpenSCAD

This role is for one of our clients $40 - $120/hourpay Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Become a part of our customer's team as a Computational CAD Engineer specializing in OpenSCAD, where your practical skills with OpenSCAD will drive the development of cutting-edge AI-enabled design training. You will apply your advanced scripting and modeling expertise to create parametric and programmatically controlled 2D and 3D models, facilitating strong AI data workflows. Key Responsibilities: - Create, document, and refine OpenSCAD scripts for both straightforward and intricate CAD models - Convert initial sketches into detailed, production-ready designs - Apply advanced OpenSCAD techniques such as Boolean operations, list comprehensions, and flow control to generate a variety of geometries - Use methods like linear_extrude, rotate_extrude, and minkowski to develop innovative 3D shapes - Construct 3D forms from 2D silhouettes and efficiently position fundamental shapes (cuboids, spheres, cylinders, cones) within the design environment - Design and implement reusable components by utilizing nesting and loop structures - Work closely with data and AI teams, effectively communicating design logic, syntax, and modeling choices both verbally and in writing Required Skills and Qualifications: - Extensive hands-on experience and proficiency specifically in OpenSCAD (experience with other CAD software is insufficient) - Strong expertise in OpenSCAD syntax, including constants, operators, special variables, and modifier characters - Proven skills in creating and transforming 2D and 3D objects and performing Boolean operations - Familiarity with advanced OpenSCAD features such as lists, list comprehensions, flow control, and type testing functions - Solid practical knowledge of the OpenSCAD interface and workflow - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts - Capability to iterate from conceptual ideas to final designs while emphasizing code clarity and model precision Preferred Qualifications: - Prior experience in AI training data creation or automation processes - Knowledge of integrating OpenSCAD outputs into broader data pipelines - Strong documentation abilities and a portfolio showcasing OpenSCAD projects