Contract CAD Designer

Part-time | 15-20 hours/week | Pay commensurate with experience

We’re looking for an experienced, thoughtful, and detail-oriented CAD designer to help with our in-house custom projects. 

This role blends technical precision, creative artistry, and collaborative service,  helping bring our clients' custom jewelry visions to life through stunning, true-to-life renderings and thoughtful design iteration. If you love translating ideas into beautiful visuals, working closely with a creative team, and taking pride in the craft behind every piece — this is your role.

You are a great fit if you:

• Have prior experience creating CAD renderings for engagement, wedding, and other jewelry pieces (required)
• Are proficient in jewelry-specific CAD software (Matrix, Rhino, or similar)
• Produce photorealistic renderings that help clients truly envision a finished piece
• Are responsive, collaborative, and comfortable incorporating feedback
• Are organized and able to turn around revisions within 2–3 business days

What you'll do:

• Create detailed CAD models and photorealistic renderings for custom jewelry projects
• Collaborate with our design team to interpret client briefs and mood boards
• Incorporate client and team edits with professionalism and a fast turnaround
• Communicate clearly about timelines, design limitations, and material considerations
• Help bring each custom piece to life in a way that feels personal and precise

What you bring:

• Proven experience in jewelry CAD design and rendering
• Strong eye for proportion, detail, and how design translates to a physical piece
• Ability to work efficiently under revision cycles without sacrificing quality
• Clear, professional communication — written and verbal
• A collaborative mindset and genuine care for the client experience behind each project

Familiarity with Asana and Slack for in-house communication is a plus — but we can get the right person up to speed.

How to apply

Please email mallory@shopshelter.com with:

• A short note about your CAD and jewelry design background
• Your portfolio or examples of past renderings