Mechanical CAD Expert (India)
About this role
Opportunity Overview Handshake is looking for experienced mechanical design engineers to support AI research through flexible, part-time contract work. This is not a traditional job — you'll draw on your hands-on experience in parametric CAD, GD&T, and design for manufacturing to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI reason like a practicing design engineer. This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity you can take on alongside your current role. What You'll Do - Use your domain expertise to create expert-level mechanical design problems and scenarios grounded in real CAD, tolerancing, and manufacturing workflows - Review and evaluate AI-generated responses for technical accuracy, manufacturability, and alignment with how the work is actually done - Provide structured written feedback to help improve AI model performance - Complete tasks at your own pace with no set schedule or minimum hour requirement Qualifications Ideal candidates meet all three of the following: - Industry experience — senior-level, with a portfolio of manufactured designs and complex GD&T/FEA work. A strong portfolio carries more weight than an advanced degree alone - Degree — BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering paired with hands-on industry experience - Sub-domain depth — demonstrated expertise in one of the following areas: - Parametric CAD (SolidWorks, CATIA, Fusion 360, Onshape) - GD&T and design for manufacturing (DFM) - FEA/simulation Candidates who meet at least 2 of the 3 qualifications above are also encouraged to apply. Additional qualifications (not required, but strengthen your application) - Proficiency across multiple CAD platforms and simulation environments - A portfolio demonstrating designs taken from concept through manufacturing Required for all applicants - Must have Indian work authorization - Strong written communication and attention to detail - Ability to explain complex mechanical design concepts clearly - Ability to work independently in a remote, asynchronous environment
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