Mechanical engineer (solidworks) - part-time contract

Dephy is looking for a candidate who wants to understand how things work and gets excited when there is no known solution to the problem at hand. We are curious, creative, and passionate, and looking for someone to help us tackle challenges at the forefront of wearable robotics.

About the Company

At Dephy, our mission is to empower people to move through life with confidence. That starts with building a team that shares our purpose.

Description of Role

We’re looking for a mechanical engineer proficient in SolidWorks to support our team on a short-term, part-time contract. You’ll produce production-ready drawings and assemblies, applying sound GD&T practices.

Part-time contract, approximately 25 hours total
Duration: 2–3 months
Location: Remote
Open to candidates anywhere in the US who work through their own LLC or business entity
Candidates not working through an LLC must be based in Massachusetts

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D drawings from 3D SolidWorks models
• Build and manage basic assemblies
• Apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5 to ensure manufacturability and clear design intent
• Collaborate with the team to review and revise designs as needed

Required Qualifications

• Proficiency in SolidWorks (part modeling, assemblies, drawings)
• Solid working knowledge of GD&T
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience
• Portfolio of relevant work required with application

Nice to Have

• Experience with FEA (SolidWorks Simulation or similar)
• Solidworks surfacing
• Operating through your own LLC or business entity

Other Information

Start date: ASAP
At Dephy, our mission is to empower people to move through life with confidence. Our goal is to do this by attracting, hiring, and building a team of good humans. Humans who are diverse builders with unique collections of tools, cultures, and experiences. We celebrate our differences and foster an environment for our team to learn and ask questions. We trust and respect each other, and value the cultural contribution that we each bring to Dephy. We believe that when people feel respected and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification or skill.

Candidates need to be authorized to work in the U.S.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship of an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case).

Hourly rate of $50+ based on experience

Apply at http://dephy.com/