ArtCAM & SolidWorks CNC Designs

ArtCAM & SolidWorks Designer for CNC and Steel Fabrication We are Intelligent Entertainment, a company based in Greece that designs and manufactures mini golf, escape rooms, interactive attractions and themed props. We are looking for an experienced freelance CAD/CAM designer to turn our initial designs into accurate manufacturing files for our CNC router and external steel fabrication partners. We will begin with one paid trial project, with the opportunity for ongoing collaboration if the results meet our requirements. SCOPE OF WORK Our projects typically involve the following: 1. From initial designs to CNC production files We provide photographs, sketches, SketchUp files or other 3D models, together with dimensions and material information. You develop these into manufacturable parts and prepare accurate DXF files, followed by the necessary ArtCAM work for CNC machining. 2. Preparing existing DXFs in ArtCAM We also have existing DXF files that need checking, correction and preparation for production. This may include: - Cleaning up geometry, closing open vectors and removing duplicate lines. - Checking dimensions and material thicknesses. - Arranging parts efficiently on sheets where required. - Creating and simulating appropriate toolpaths. - Exporting CNC machining files using the correct post-processor for our machine. 3. SolidWorks models and fabrication drawings For steel frames, supports and other fabricated assemblies, we need SolidWorks models and clear technical drawings that our external fabrication partners can use for production. These should include dimensions, material specifications, connection details and cut lists where applicable. EXPECTED DELIVERABLES Depending on the project: - Accurate DXF files. - Editable ArtCAM files, including toolpaths. - CNC output files and setup notes for our operator. - Editable SolidWorks parts and assemblies. - Dimensioned fabrication drawings in PDF, with STEP or DXF exports as required. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: You should have practical experience with both ArtCAM and SolidWorks, including CNC router programming and preparation of fabrication drawings. You should understand material thicknesses, cutting tools, machining parameters, tolerances and how parts fit together. Experience with themed props, scenic construction, furniture or similar manufactured products would be valuable. You will work with our production team to confirm requirements and identify any missing information before finalising files. PLEASE INCLUDE IN YOUR PROPOSAL: - Relevant examples of CNC preparation and SolidWorks fabrication work, ideally showing items that were manufactured. - The ArtCAM and SolidWorks versions you use. - A brief explanation of your experience creating toolpaths and machine-specific CNC output. - Your hourly rate and availability. BUDGET AND ONGOING COLLABORATION The advertised budget applies to the initial paid trial only. The trial will involve preparing an existing DXF project in ArtCAM for our CNC router. We will provide the files and requirements so that you can confirm your quotation before starting. This is not a one-off project. Over the coming months, we will also need new manufacturing designs developed from photographs, sketches, SketchUp files and other 3D models, including SolidWorks models and fabrication drawings, along with existing DXF files that require adjusting for accurate CNC printing.