Tool Designer / CAD Engineer
S4 Analytics LLC, Denver, CO, United States
Employment Type:
W2 Only
Experience:
8–10 Years
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled
Tool Designer / CAD Engineer
with strong experience in
softgoods prototype development . The ideal candidate will support design, prototyping, and validation of textile, silicone, and polymer-based components aligned with industrial design and manufacturing requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute
high-fidelity softgoods prototypes
Support
material selection and characterization
(textiles, silicones, polymers, coatings)
Create and refine
2D patterns
from 3D CAD models and perform fit validation
Execute
cut-and-sew trials , seam iterations, and construction improvements
Support
EVT & DVT builds
and soft tooling for silicone/polymer components
Perform
DFM / DFx assessments
for manufacturability and scalability
Conduct
prototype validation testing
and implement design improvements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to resolve issues
Document learnings, risks, and recommendations
Required Skills:
Hands-on experience in
softgoods prototyping
(textiles, silicone, polymers, leather)
Strong knowledge of
pattern engineering
and 2D pattern creation
Expertise in
cut-and-sew techniques
(seams, stitches, thread selection)
Experience with
EVT/DVT builds
and rapid prototyping cycles
Solid understanding of
DFM / DFx principles
Experience integrating
hardware into softgoods
(buckles, magnets, connectors)
Familiarity with
validation testing
(tensile, tear, abrasion, environmental)
Proficiency in CAD tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, or Rhinoceros 3D
Experience in
manufacturing engineering support
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W2 Only
Experience:
8–10 Years
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled
Tool Designer / CAD Engineer
with strong experience in
softgoods prototype development . The ideal candidate will support design, prototyping, and validation of textile, silicone, and polymer-based components aligned with industrial design and manufacturing requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute
high-fidelity softgoods prototypes
Support
material selection and characterization
(textiles, silicones, polymers, coatings)
Create and refine
2D patterns
from 3D CAD models and perform fit validation
Execute
cut-and-sew trials , seam iterations, and construction improvements
Support
EVT & DVT builds
and soft tooling for silicone/polymer components
Perform
DFM / DFx assessments
for manufacturability and scalability
Conduct
prototype validation testing
and implement design improvements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to resolve issues
Document learnings, risks, and recommendations
Required Skills:
Hands-on experience in
softgoods prototyping
(textiles, silicone, polymers, leather)
Strong knowledge of
pattern engineering
and 2D pattern creation
Expertise in
cut-and-sew techniques
(seams, stitches, thread selection)
Experience with
EVT/DVT builds
and rapid prototyping cycles
Solid understanding of
DFM / DFx principles
Experience integrating
hardware into softgoods
(buckles, magnets, connectors)
Familiarity with
validation testing
(tensile, tear, abrasion, environmental)
Proficiency in CAD tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, or Rhinoceros 3D
Experience in
manufacturing engineering support
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