A short description of the part and what it has to do, plus anything you already have: sketches, photos, an old drawing, a sample part, or a native CAD file. I reply with a written scope of work that lists the deliverables and the price.

A 50% deposit starts the work and holds your place on my schedule. The remaining balance is due Net 15.

Two rounds are included in the price. Work beyond that, or a change in scope partway through, goes on a written change order so you see the cost before I start.

Often, depending on what is already on my schedule. Rush work carries a surcharge, and I confirm the date and the cost with you before I start.

You do. Ownership of the deliverables transfers to you when the project is paid in full. I keep the rights to the general tools, templates, and methods I use across projects, which is how I keep your costs down on the next job.

Yes. A mutual NDA is part of my standard paperwork. Ask for it before you send anything sensitive.

SolidWorks is my primary CAD software, on my own licenses, and native SolidWorks files are the easiest to exchange. If your shop works in another system, tell me up front and we agree on the delivery format before work begins. File conversion is also available as its own service.

Yes. Inventors and startups are among the people I work for, alongside small manufacturers and OEMs. Tell me the goal and your budget range, and I will say plainly whether I am the right fit.

A retainer is a standing arrangement for recurring design work, so I already know your parts and standards when a new job arrives. The terms are written down in advance. Email me your typical monthly volume and I will propose a structure.

Yes. If you are an engineer or a shop that is booked out, send the overflow. We agree on the scope in writing first, and your clients and your files stay yours.

I am based in North Carolina and work with clients remotely. Photos, sketches, and a sample part you can ship are usually enough to get started.