Computer-aided design: using software to create or modify technical drawings and models.
CAD software lets a designer create, modify and examine a digital representation of a product. A two-dimensional drawing can communicate its shape and technical details, while a three-dimensional model allows its form or assembly to be reviewed from different viewpoints. These representations help teams compare design options and assess a proposal before making a physical version. The particular software and level of detail depend on the product and task. Context matters when reading the abbreviation, since CAD beside a salary figure can instead identify Canadian dollars.
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Origins sought a Director, Packaging Development in Markham capable of creating three-dimensional drawings and assemblies with CAD software, preferably Solidworks, for rapid prototype design review. The requirement connects digital models with reviewing a proposed package before further development, and clearly establishes the design meaning of CAD in this role. Search local jobs for “technology”.
