Hardware Expert
Core
Interpret dimensioned engineering schematics and reproduce them as precise 3D solid models using Python and CAD tools for an AI training project.
Role type
Senior IC computational geometry and CAD specialist
Builds
Watertight 3D mechanical models (STEP files) and automated geometry scripts
Domain
Mechanical design / Computational geometry
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Python programming, 3D CAD modeling, technical drawing interpretation, spatial reasoning, geometric validation, Boolean operations, parametric modeling
Preferred skills
Experience with build123d, CadQuery, FreeCAD, OpenCascade, Fusion 360, Onshape, SolidWorks, trimesh
Technologies
Python, STEP, CAD software
Responsibilities
Translate 2D schematics into accurate 3D mechanical models; Decompose complex components into geometric features; Model curved profiles, sweeps, lofts, fillets, and chamfers; Use Python to generate or automate CAD geometry; Export valid, watertight solid models; Validate dimensions, topology, volume, surface area, and inertia properties; Diagnose subtle differences between expected and generated geometry
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
