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Griffin M.

Oakfield, New York

$75/hr
5.0
5 jobs

My work spans traditional fabrication and advanced materials applications. I've consulted on duplex stainless, glass-filled nylon spin welding for electronics enclosures, and precision joining processes across metals and engineered plastics — the kind of material and process questions that sit at the intersection of the shop floor and the engineering lab. That range makes me useful to emerging manufacturers in semiconductor equipment, advanced electronics, and precision fabrication who need someone who understands both the material science and the production reality. I hold a CAWI certification and am actively pursuing my CWI. When I'm working on your process, material specifications, or technical compliance programs, I know exactly what I'm looking at.

  • Management Consulting
  • Process Improvement
  • Technical Writing
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Quality Management System
  • Logistics Management
  • Business Consulting
  • Business Process Automation
Oleksandr M.

Kyiv, Ukraine

$25/hr
5.0
24 jobs

Mechanical Design Engineer with expertise in sheet metal, machined parts, hydraulic and electromechanical systems, and reverse engineering. Proficient in SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360, and Onshape. I deliver manufacturing-ready 3D models and 2D drawings (DFM-optimized, GD&T compliant). What I do: • Sheet metal design — enclosures, brackets, flat patterns ready for laser cutting and bending • Machined parts — DFM-optimized designs with complete manufacturing drawings • Reverse engineering — recreating parametric CAD models from physical parts, measurements, photos, or scan data (STL/mesh to solid), legacy drawings to 3D • Hydraulic systems — components, manifolds, schematics • Electromechanical assemblies — mechanism design, motor integration, BOM • CAD conversion — STEP, IGES, Parasolid, native formats You get clean, parametric models and drawings your manufacturer can use without questions. Available for both one-off projects and long-term collaboration.

  • CAD
  • SolidWorks
  • Siemens NX
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • Autodesk Fusion 360
  • Onshape
  • 3D Modeling
  • Sheet Metal
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Mechanical Design
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Hydraulic Engineering
  • Electromechanics
ZAKARIA M S A.

Ankara, Turkey

$25/hr
5.0
39 jobs

Professional 3D Mechanical Design Engineer & Manufacturer | SolidWorks Certified Expert I am a Mechanical Design Engineer and Manufacturer, specializing in 3D modeling, product development, and physical fabrication. My mission is to provide the engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities needed to turn your idea into a tangible, functional product. In addition to design, I operate a manufacturing facility that offers: 3D Printing (Rapid Prototyping) Sheet Metal Fabrication Machining and CNC Services With deep knowledge of manufacturing technologies—including machining, milling, welding, and metal fabrication—I deliver practical, production-ready solutions tailored to your needs. I’ve successfully completed numerous product design and fabrication projects across various industries. I ensure every job is handled with attention to detail, high quality, and timely delivery. 🔧 SolidWorks Certifications: Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP) CSWPA – Surfacing CSWPA – Sheet Metal CSWPA – Weldments CSWPA – Drawing Tools Certified SOLIDWORKS Expert (CSWE) 💼 Services Offered: Product Design & Engineering Mechanical & Electrical Layouts Control Panels & HMI/Logic Development Pneumatic & Hydraulic Circuit Design Vision System Integration Reverse Engineering & CAD Conversion Fixture, Tooling & Workholding Design Process Layout & Assembly Line Support Fabrication: Sheet Metal, Machining, Welding 3D Printing & Prototyping Detailed Technical Drawings (Parts, Assemblies, BOMs) Whether you need a prototype or a full production run, I bring both design intelligence and real-world manufacturing to the table—ensuring your product is not only well-designed, but also buildable and optimized for production.

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • 3D Modeling
  • SolidWorks
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Printing
  • Mechanical Design
  • Model Sheet Design
  • Machine Design
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Industrial Design
  • Industrial & Product Design Consultation
Nam P.

Hanoi, Vietnam

$30/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I am a Mechanical Design Engineer with years of hands-on experience working directly in mechanical workshops and fabrication plants. Having a deep understanding of practical machining and manufacturing processes, I ensure every design is fully optimized for real-world production. 🌟 Core Services ✅3D CAD Modeling & Assembly: Specialized in complex machinery, structural framing, and sheet metal components. ✅Production-Ready 2D Drafting: Complete shop drawings with precise geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). ✅Laser Cutting Optimization: Precision DXF/DWG file preparation for manufacturing and laser cutting. ✅Reverse Engineering: Accurate conversion of PDF, sketches, or JPEG images into fully functional CAD files. ✅Automated BOM Generation: Detailed Bill of Materials integrated into drawings for cost and material planning. 🛠️ Software Proficiency ✅3D CAD: Autodesk Inventor | SolidWorks| Fusion 360 ✅2D Drafting: AutoCAD 🤝 Why Work With Me? ✅Shop-Floor Expertise: Designs are rooted in practical machining, welding, and fabrication methods to avoid errors. ✅High Precision: Guaranteed tolerance control and structural integrity for seamless assembly. ✅Clear Communication: Daily updates and collaborative design reviews. ✅On-Time Delivery: Dependable project tracking to meet tight manufacturing deadlines. Let’s discuss your project requirements. Contact me today to turn your concepts into production-ready reality!

  • 3D Modeling
  • CAD
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • CAD Drafting
  • Mechanical Design
  • STL
  • STEP
  • DXF
  • 2D Drawing
  • Bill of Materials
  • Engineering Design
  • Piping & Instrumentation Diagram
  • SolidWorks
  • CAD & CAM Software
  • CNC Programming
  • Sheet Metal
  • Autodesk Fusion 360
FERNANDO L.

Buenos Aires, Argentina

$50/hr
5.0
57 jobs

I am a degreed Mechanical Engineer with 31 years of experience. I have a wide breadth of expertise ranging from the design and development of complex gear mechanisms and injection molding to foundry operations and mass production. Specific skills and areas of expertise: - Linkages, brackets, gearbox, and transmissions (from small millimeter systems to large agricultural-equipment) - Drive axles - Steer axles - Suspension - Machined, injected, cast/foundry, and stamped production methodologies - Design for manufacturability (DFM) 
 - Stress/ stability/FEA - Material selection, metals and resins (plastics) - CFD - Automotive loading conditions (on and off road) - Trailer design - Liquidtight, watertight protection design Software: SolidWorks, Inventor, Freecad, Creo, TurboCad, and DesignSpark Solving difficult problems through creative thinking is my greatest strength. I have held engineering management roles at DANA and TYCO. Let me help solve your mechanical design and development needs. Looking forward to hearing from you.

  • Product Development
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Industrial Design
Arnel J.

72000, Bosnia and Herzegovina

$20/hr
5.0
39 jobs

I am a mechanical engineer, specialized in production-oriented technologies and CAD documentation. Since 2015 I work in part and assembly production with technologies such as CAD, laser cutting, sheet metal forming, welding, CNC machining and surface protection. I have worked both on large scale projects like 2MW Pelton turbines and small scale like mechanisms for patented machines. My skills are: - 3D CAD : SolidWorks (over 8000 working hours, CSWP certified), Fusion 360, AutoCAD, OpenSCAD - 2D CAD : Drafting production ready drawings synchronized with the latest ISO standards - CNC : Programming 3 and 5 axis parts for milling and turning in SolidCam or Gcode by hand. - GD&T : Preparing and revising tolerances in documentation for part functionality and manufacturing costs. - QA : Preparing QA protocols and if needed, on site QA of parts (acording to all latest norm ISO 13920, 2768, 5817 ..) - 3D print: Preparing STL files for 3D print and physically printing and shipping parts. - Prototyping: I can produce all kind of parts and machines in my shop. - Outsourcing : I can help you outsource production to SE Europe and Turkey.

  • Welding
  • SolidWorks
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • 2D Design
  • Machine Design
  • Product Design
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • 3D Printing
  • Drawing

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How to Hire Top Welders

How to hire welders

CAD designers with welding expertise know how to create engineering drawings that manufacturers will be able to use. 

So how do you hire welders? What follows are some tips for finding top welders on Upwork.

How to shortlist welding professionals

As you’re browsing available welding consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • CAD program. You want a welder who understands your preferred CAD software.
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., welding thermoplastic materials together).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular welder.

How to write an effective welding job post

With a clear picture of your ideal welder in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project. 

An effective welding job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From parts lists to 3D CAD models, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain types of welding (e.g., shielded metal arc welding), mention this here.
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

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WELDERS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is welding? 

Welding is the process of joining two or materials together (typically metals or thermoplastics). CAD (computer-aided design) designers need to understand the basics of welding if they are to properly represent welds in their engineering drawings.

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in welding professionals:

  • Welding
  • Manufacturing design
  • CAD tools such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks
  • CAD welding techniques (e.g., creating weld beads)

Why hire welders?

The trick to finding top welders is to identify your needs. Do you need someone adept at working with sheet metal, panel layouts, and steel structures in AutoCAD? Do you require an accurate physical model of your weld to perform FEA (finite element analysis) in a program such as COMSOL? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life. 

How much does it cost to hire a welder?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced welder may command higher fees but also work faster, have more specialized areas of expertise, and deliver a higher-quality product.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their welding services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.