Founding Mechanical Engineer

CADABRA

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,000–$120,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Automotive Industry, Best Practices, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Component Assembly, Finite Element Analysis, Industrial Design, Industrial Robotics, Industry Standards, Manufacturing Assembly, Mechanical Assembly, Mechanical Engineering, Model Validation, Order Delivery, Problem Solving Skills, Product Demonstration, Product Development, Product Documentation, Product Planning, Quality Management, Requirements Management, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Design, SolidWorks, Startup, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Time Management, Usability Engineering, Web Client Plug-ins
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
Today

CADABRA is an AI-powered copilot plugin for SolidWorks that automates repetitive CAD tasks and streamlines engineering workflows. By integrating directly into the SolidWorks environment, CADABRA enables design engineers to make rapid modifications, optimize workflows, and focus on innovation rather than manual work.Our mission is to empower engineers with intelligent automation that accelerates project timelines, improves design quality, and enhances creativity. By reducing development time and costs, CADABRA helps organizations deliver better products faster and gain a competitive edge.Join us in redefining the future of AI-driven design automation.Responsibilities:Design, model, and validate complex mechanical assemblies and components for CADABRA workflows and demonstrations.Define best practices for CAD automation from a mechanical engineering perspective.Collaborate closely with AI and software teams to translate real engineering processes into intelligent automation features.Create parametric, modular, and reusable CAD models aligned with industry standards.Test and evaluate CADABRA outputs for accuracy, manufacturability, and usability.Provide domain expertise to guide product roadmap and feature development.Take initiative in a fast-paced startup environment and contribute to product direction.Minimum Qualifications:Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles.Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar professional CAD software.Experience designing full assemblies and detailed production-ready parts.Excellent problem-solving skills and a self-starter mindset — capable of working independently and taking ownership.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with FEA, DFM/DFA, or design optimization.Familiarity with CAD automation, macros, or scripting.Background in automotive, aerospace, robotics, or industrial design.Passion for AI, design tools, and improving the engineer's creative experience.Why CADABRA:Build a product that will redefine how engineers design.Founding-level impact with real ownership and influence.Work directly with experienced technical founders.Remote-first, high-trust startup culture.Shape the future of AI-powered engineering tools.Compensation:$80,000 – $120,000 base salary (based on experience)#J-18808-Ljbffr

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