Tool Designer / CAD Engineer

Job Title: Tool Designer / CAD Engineer (Softgoods)

Location: Denver, CO (5 Days Onsite)

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

Recruiter | S4 Analytics

Please feel free to reach me at + 1(469)-429-8065

Pavan@s4analytix.com