$45–55/hr · Mercor · Hourly, 40 hours a week
Technical specialist creating precise 2D mechanical drawings and detailed product designs using AutoCAD Mechanical for manufacturing applications.
What you would do
- Create 2D technical drawings of mechanical components and assemblies in AutoCAD Mechanical
- Apply proper dimensioning, tolerances, and annotations to communicate specifications
- Develop product designs that meet manufacturing and tooling requirements
- Ensure drawings comply with engineering standards and manufacturing needs
Who they want
- Hands-on experience with AutoCAD Mechanical on Windows systems
- Access to AutoCAD Mechanical already installed on your own computer
- High-resolution monitor capable of capturing 2.5+ megapixel images
- Understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of engineering standards and technical documentation practices
Main skills
What the interview asks about
1.Mechanical component representation
You need to translate complex spatial relationships into drawings that manufacturing teams understand accurately.
For example: “You're designing a component with multiple parts that must fit together with tight tolerances. Describe how you'd organize the drawing to ensure manufacturers understand all critical relationships.”
2.Technical annotation standards
Improper dimensioning creates manufacturing confusion and expensive production errors.
For example: “A manufacturer reports your dimension placement doesn't follow the standard they expect. Explain how you'd identify which annotations need revision.”
3.Complex assembly organization
Large assemblies need clear hierarchies so teams can understand part relationships and sequencing.
For example: “You need to document a 15-part assembly where some components have nested sub-assemblies. How would you structure the drawing to prevent confusion?”
4.Constraint and tolerance interpretation
Manufacturing success depends on precise tolerance communication that prevents both over-specification and under-specification.
For example: “A production engineer questions a tolerance you specified for a critical surface. Describe the process you'd follow to verify it's correct.”
A task you may get
Create a detailed 2D drawing of a multi-part mechanical assembly with complete dimensioning, tolerance annotations, and manufacturing notes.
How to prepare
- Practice creating fully dimensioned assemblies in AutoCAD Mechanical
- Study ISO and ANSI drafting standards for mechanical drawings
- Review tolerance and fit systems used in manufacturing
- Examine examples of production-ready technical drawings
The facts
- Pay
- $45–55/hr
- Hours
- Hourly, 40 hours a week
- Where
- Remote
- Field
- Other Engineering
- Posted
- 9/13/2026
- Places left
- 10
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