World-class 3D modeling, CAD services & new product design
Your instant team for industrial design services, invention ideas, medical devices, architecture design, PCB electronics, patents, manufacturing & more
On-call help with your 3D modeling, 3D CAD design & drafting projects
Hire a Designer
Private projects are perfect if you’d like a confidential quote from one of our vetted design experts.
Design Contests
Launch a design contest and get multiple designs submissions for your concept. A contest is a great option for small projects and can results in dozens of entries.
Hourly Services
Need help on an ongoing basis? Send us your project details and we’ll choose a pre-qualified designer to help you on an ongoing basis.
Bringing You Quality Design Solutions with Global CAD Design Experts
Cad Crowd has an in-house quality control team of engineering experts who assign projects to the best contractors and review designs for precision and quality. We are committed to providing clients consistent quality that is delivered on time and on budget. Without the overhead costs of a traditional design firm, Cad Crowd provides more affordable services while maintaining world-class design and engineering services.
The Cad Crowd platform allows you to hire pre-qualified professional CAD designers and 3D modelers with proven expertise and knowledge, or to post a design contest and review submissions from multiple participants. The choice is yours!
Email us or use the quote form for an estimate on your project.
World-class 3D CAD services, patents & manufacturing
Your vetted team for 3D design services, crowdsourcing innovation, manufacturing, patent attorneys & product licensing.
CAD Design
Hire qualified CAD designers and 3D modelers for concept design, industrial design, and product development. Freelance and ongoing services.
Get a Patent
Protect your intellectual property! Connect with a qualified U.S patent attorney for USPTO patent searches, utility patent applications, and design patent services.
Design Contests
Launch a design contest and get multiple submissions for your concept. A crowdsourcing contest is a great option for small projects and can results in dozens of entries.
Manufacturing
Bring your CAD design to life. Connect with leading U.S-based 3D printing and manufacturing companies. Rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing, and conventional manufacturing services.
3D Modeling
Hire qualified CAD designers and 3D modelers for concept design, industrial design, and product development. Freelance and ongoing services.
Licensing Inventions
Bring your invention to the world. We work with leading manufacturers and distributors to put your new product on store shelves across the country and around the world.
Global design talent
We help you find the right CAD designer from a community of 34,458 world-class experts
How Can Cad Crowd Help With My Project?
Cad Crowd helps clients with one-time and ongoing project needs. Our specialties include 3D modeling, 3D design, CAD drafting, 3D animation, engineering and 3D renderings, 3D industrial design, prototype design, 3D printing design, mechanical design, architectural design, structural design, 3D interior design, and CAD landscaping design services.
Our CAD designers and drafting contractors work with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Maya, 3ds Max, CATIA and many other types of software. Submit your project description and work with a pre-qualified 3D artist, CAD designer, drafter, 3D modeler, 3D animation or engineer specialized for your project needs.
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FAQ for your new project
Why Cad Crowd?
We have the world’s best group of 3D freelance designers and CAD experts. In addition, freelance designers can save clients an average of 35% over the cost of traditional design firms.
What software do the freelance designers use?
Our freelancers have all the modern 3D CAD design software, including SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, CATIA, Autodesk Inventor, Maya, 3ds Max and more.
Will freelancers sign a NDA?
We’ve got this covered. Our legally binding terms of service cover contractor non-disclosure. If any contractor works on your project on Cad Crowd, they’re bound by the terms of our non-disclosure agreement.
What is our accuracy guarantee?
We guarantee design accuracy based on your description or we’ll issue a full refund within 30-days.
What kind of work can Cad Crowd help with?
We can help with virtually any type of work including industrial design, product development, packaging design, architectural drafting, mechanical engineering and more!
Do I own the designs & IP?
Yes. Our legally binding terms of service legally assign the ownership of intellectual property (IP) from the designer to the service buyer for all paid designs.
Do you offer 3D printing services?
We help a large network of 3D printing firms with 3D printing design work for their customers. Because of our relationship with these firms, we are happy to refer clients to the best 3D printing shop for their specific needs.
How much does it cost?
We estimate each project need where rates are based on the complexity of the project and the skills required. Hourly design ranges between $50-120/hr, which depends on industry experience, if phone support is needed and if daytime hours are needed.
Got a question? Get in touch
We’re here to help. Send us an email or get a personalized quote.
CAD design, patents, manufacturing & licensing on demand
With Cad Crowd, it’s never been easier to hire qualified, reliable independent contractors. All of our contract manufacturers and freelance designers are pre-screened. You can hire a freelancer directly, or post a crowdsourced design contest to source ideas from the community. We work only with the best, and connect our clients with the top 1% of freelance talent. From concept design to the store shelves, Cad Crowd connects you with the experts you need.
Crowdsourced design contests
Take advantage of the world’s best freelance CAD designers, and find the best design for your CAD project. Post a design contest!
Product design & development for inventors
Whether you need patenting, CAD design, or rapid manufacturing services, Cad Crowd is your one-stop shop. Get a free quote, and tell us about your design project.
Patent services & intellectual property
After you’ve gone through all the trouble of creating your new product, the last thing you want is to see someone else get the patent. Cad Crowd connects you with professional U.S patent attorneys ready to work with you on everything from the USPTO patent search through to the filing and prosecution of your patent application. We also offer copyright and trademark services to help you establish your brand.
Manufacturing, rapid prototyping & 3D printing services
Our network of manufacturing firms offer a range of options, from conventional injection molding and CNC machining to 3D printing and rapid manufacturing. Whether you’re looking to create a small run of functional prototypes, or you’re ready to begin full-volume production, we’ll connect you with the manufacturing expertise your project needs. With the variety of manufacturing technologies and materials available today, even the most sophisticated designs can be created quickly and cost-effectively.
Product licensing & invention marketing services
Ready to bring your product to market? Cad Crowd works with leading brands and distributors to get our client’s products on store shelves across the country and around the world. You supply the intellectual property, and let the big players worry about the manufacturing and the marketing costs. You retain ownership of your invention, while reducing your risk and lowering your cost.