Onshape CAD Technician/Engineer (Contractor)

Seeking an Engineering Technician to support the design and development of engineering systems within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role will focus on CAD modeling and mechanical design, contributing to projects involving lab equipment, system development, and potentially robotic assembly. This is a hands-on opportunity to work with a small, high-performing engineering team, with flexibility in work environment (remote, hybrid, or onsite) and the potential for contract-to-hire conversion. The team is looking to bring on multiple engineers, starting with a more senior-level hire, followed by additional mid-level contributors.

Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining CAD models and mechanical designs using SolidWorks. You will support engineering initiatives by contributing to system design, prototyping, and modeling efforts, including work related to lab equipment and mechanical assemblies. You will collaborate closely with internal engineering teams to ensure design quality and alignment with project goals. This includes applying strong modeling techniques, contributing to design improvements, and supporting overall engineering execution. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a small team environment, can operate with a high level of autonomy, and brings strong attention to detail in mechanical design and CAD development.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience
• Strong experience with CAD tools, specifically SolidWorks
• Experience with mechanical design and modeling
• Associate’s degree or higher in Engineering or related field
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotic assembly systems
• Master modeling techniques
• Experience working with lab equipment
• Familiarity with PMD systems
• Experience in fast-paced or startup environments

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3–5+ years of relevant industry experience

Type: Contract Duration: 6+ Months (Potential for Contract-to-Hire) Location: Menlo Park, CA (Remote or Onsite) Schedule: 40h/week Pay Rate Range: $45-55/h