Remote Product CAD Designer at Pearl - Work Anywhere — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This role is highly nomad-friendly. It is fully remote and open to candidates globally, with no mandatory fixed office hours — just a preference for some overlap with Eastern Time (ET, UTC-5/UTC-4). This means nomads based in Europe, Southeast Asia, or Latin America can typically accommodate a few hours of overlap without restructuring their entire day.
Schedule flexibility breakdown:
- Lisbon (WET/WEST, UTC+0/+1): ET overlap from ~2pm–6pm local — very manageable; Portugal's digital nomad visa (D8) is a solid option for non-EU citizens.
- Bangkok (ICT, UTC+7): ET overlap falls late evening, which requires some scheduling discipline — best suited if you prefer async-heavy work and minimal live meetings. Thailand's LTR visa or tourist visa chains work well.
- Medellín (COT, UTC-5): Perfectly aligned with ET — ideal time zone match. Colombia's digital nomad visa is available for stays over 90 days.
The role is execution-focused with clearly defined output expectations (CAD renderings, mockups), making it naturally async-compatible — much of the work is independent production rather than live collaboration. No coworking allowance or equipment stipend is explicitly mentioned, so budget for your own setup. The skills assessment step in hiring can be done remotely.
Headquarters: Central Luzon, Philippines
Industry: Creatives and Design
Work Arrangement: Fully Remote
Job Type: Full-time
Work Schedule: Flexible; preference for overlap with Eastern Time (ET) where possible
Location: Anywhere Remote (Global; Philippines candidates encouraged to apply)
About Pearl Talent
Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They're looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we've hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.
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Why Work with Us?
At Pearl, we're not just another recruiting firm—we connect you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. Our focus is on placing you in roles where you can grow, be challenged, and build long-term, meaningful careers.
About the Company
Our client is a fast-growing consumer accessories brand operating in the mobile and lifestyle product space. They design and produce items such as phone cases, wearable accessories, and branded packaging, working closely with retail buyers and manufacturing partners. The company operates with a lean, founder-led team and emphasizes speed, quality, and execution in bringing products to market.
Role Overview
This role exists to support a growing product pipeline by owning the execution of product CAD renderings and packaging visuals. You will work closely with a founder and senior designer, translating product ideas, references, and notes into polished, production-ready assets.
The work is highly execution-focused, requiring speed, precision, and the ability to operate independently with minimal direction. You will play a critical role in ensuring that product concepts are quickly turned into visuals that can be used for buyer presentations and factory production.
This is a fast-paced, hands-on environment where strong design instincts and efficiency are essential. Candidates who thrive are proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a lean team with high ownership.
Your Impact
You will directly accelerate the company's ability to bring products to market by producing high-quality CAD visuals quickly and consistently. Your work will help reduce turnaround time from concept to buyer presentation, improve clarity in factory communication, and minimize production errors. You will also enable the senior designer to focus on higher-value creative direction by taking full ownership of executional design work.
Over time, you will contribute to the brand's growth by identifying design opportunities and supporting the development of new product concepts aligned with market trends.
Core Responsibilities
Product CAD Rendering & Mockup Execution – 55%
- Create clean, accurate CAD renderings from product references and design notes
- Translate written or visual direction into polished, presentation-ready mockups
- Execute repetitive CAD tasks efficiently using scalable workflows and shortcuts
- Maintain strong visual accuracy, proportions, and design consistency
- Deliver high-quality outputs on a consistent and reliable timeline
Factory & Buyer Asset Preparation – 20%
- Convert CAD renderings into assets suitable for factory specifications and buyer presentations
- Add product measurements, specifications, and callouts as needed
- Ensure clarity of visuals for non-design stakeholders
- Organize and manage files in shared storage systems for team accessibility
Packaging Design Support – 15%
- Assist in creating packaging layouts and mockups aligned with product designs
- Adapt packaging visuals to match brand standards and product direction
- Support dieline execution and packaging production requirements when applicable
Brand Learning & Proactive Design Development – 10%
- Study brand references, mood boards, and existing product lines to understand aesthetic direction
- Research relevant design trends within consumer products and accessories
- Gradually propose new product or design ideas aligned with brand identity
Must-Haves (Required)
- 3+ years of experience in product CAD design (consumer goods, accessories, or similar)
- Proven experience creating product-specific CAD renderings (not architectural or real estate CAD)
- Strong execution speed with the ability to handle repetitive tasks efficiently
- Solid design sensibility with an understanding of proportions, scale, and visual accuracy
- Ability to work independently and execute with minimal direction
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Experience working across multiple product types within a single brand or portfolio
Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)
- Experience in packaging design or dieline creation
- Background in mobile accessories or consumer product design
- Familiarity with mood boarding and trend research
- Ability to proactively suggest design ideas after gaining brand familiarity
Tools Proficiency
Must-Haves (Required):
- Google Drive
- Any CAD or product design software (e.g., Rhino, Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
Nice-to-Haves (Preferred):
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Packaging or dieline software tools
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills
- Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere
- Performance Bonus: Based on data accuracy, reporting timeliness, and overall sales efficiency
- Team Incentives: Recognition for maintaining 100% CRM hygiene and on-time reporting
- Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy
- Health Coverage for PH-based talents: HMO coverage after 3 months for full-time employees
- Direct Mentorship: Guidance from international industry experts
- Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth
- Global Networking: Connect with professionals worldwide
Our Recruitment Process
- Application
- Screening
- Skills Assessment
- Top-grading Interview
- Client Interview
- Job Offer
- Client Onboarding
Ready to Join Us?
If this role aligns with your skills and goals, apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl.
To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/pearl-product-cad-packaging-production-specialist-a341
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