3D CAD Designer - Remote

  • Remote, NC
  • Posted 7 days ago | Updated moments ago

Overview

On Site
BASED ON EXPERIENCE
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 4+ mo(s)

Skills

AUTOMOBILE COMPANIES
AUTOMOTIVE
CLICKABLE
PROTOTYPES
PROTOTYPE

Job Details

Position Title: 3D CAD Designer (Automotive)
Contract: 3 months contract with 100% Remote
Pay range: $50 to $65 an hour

Questions from hiring manager:

  1. Have you designed automotive parts using CAD and created spec breakdowns?
  2. Have you created interactive 3D or X-ray style models online?
  3. What software/workflow do you use for CAD web integration?
Job Scope:
Looking for an Automotive CAD expert who can design detailed 3D car specifications and help build an interactive web experience. When a user clicks on a car image (online), an 'X-ray' view automatically displays internal specifications of components like the engine, battery, suspension, and drivetrain. CAD model must be optimized for web (GLB/GLTF) and integrated into a clickable interface using Three.js or similar. Experience in automotive systems design and digital twins is preferred.

Example of how the feature works
User sees car on website clicks the engine 3D model fades into X-ray mode engine highlights pop-up shows specs like "Twin Turbo 3.0L 400hp Magnesium Alloy "

Work Breakdown:
CAD Modelling & Specification
Build or refine 3D CAD models of the car and its internal components
Annotate or link specs (performance, dimensions, materials)

Conversion for Web
Convert models using Blender GLTF/GLB
Simplify for fast loading (LOD, decimation, texture bake)

Interactive Development
Use Three.js or React Three Fiber
Add clickable zones (engine, wheels, battery, etc.)
Apply transparent/X-ray materials when active

UI Integration:
When clicked, show a panel with specs
Optionally animate parts (explode view)

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