Seamless CAD Capacity
Local, Secure, and OEM-Ready
When bandwidth breaks, we slot in without slowing you down. Whether it’s a single model or a full assembly, we build, update, and release as if we were sitting inside your department.
The Problem
Design backlogs grow fast.
Internal teams spend hours cleaning data or chasing revisions instead of solving design problems.
Contractors deliver files that don’t pass OEM checks. Offshore providers break assemblies, rename features, or lose metadata altogether.
Every fix costs another day, and another meeting.
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That’s why most teams come to us after one painful outsourcing experiment.
How Idea Group Helps
We integrate directly with your workflow. No file drama. No translation delays.
Our CAD designers and modelers work in CATIA, NX, and SolidWorks every day, following OEM naming, layer, and revision standards.
How we make it work:
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Work performed entirely in-house under NDA.
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Shared data vault access or secure VPN connection.
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Daily progress updates, same-day questions answered.
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Native file delivery—no conversions, no lost history.
You get accurate, compliant models ready for release, without the overhead of hiring or retraining.
Our CAD Design Process
(Model → Review → Release)
Intake & Setup
We align on standards, templates, and references. You hand over data; we mirror your structure.
Modeling & Detailing
3D models built from scratch or updates to existing geometry using CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks.
All features fully parametric, properly named, and ready for revision control.
Internal Review & QA
Every model is checked by a senior engineer before submission to ensure geometry integrity and compliance with OEM templates.
Delivery & Support
Files delivered in native format through secure transfer. We remain available for ECO changes and design review support.
Working Inside OEM Standards
We’ve spent years inside automotive and aerospace programs—so we don’t need an onboarding manual.
Our work passes first review because it’s already structured for the systems you use.
OEM Integration Expertise
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Teamcenter and ENOVIA workflows
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GM, Ford, Stellantis supplier templates
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Tier-1 component data formatting
Data Security
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Secure Michigan servers only
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Encrypted transfer via Microsoft Secure Tools or VPN
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All projects under signed NDA
Performance Metrics
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98 % first-pass approval rate
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48-hour average turnaround for design updates
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Zero lost metadata across toolchains
Local vs Offshore: Quality, Speed & IP Security
Offshore labor looks cheap until rework erases the savings.
Our clients choose us for proximity, accountability, and data safety.
Local Advantage
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Same time zone, real communication.
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No waiting overnight for a file fix.
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Direct phone access to your engineer.
Security & IP
All files remain onshore, on encrypted drives, inside our Michigan facility.
We never subcontract or send data overseas—period.
Result:
Faster iterations, fewer errors, and design reviews that pass on the first attempt.
Proof & Metrics
160+ CAD models delivered for Tier-1 suppliers in 2024
25 % cycle-time reduction for repeat automotive clients
100 % NDA compliance and zero data breaches
All geometry and drawings can be delivered in metric or imperial units depending on OEM requirements.
CAD Support, Teamcenter Integration & Staffing in Michigan
Where can I find NX CAD support in Michigan or Metro Detroit?
Right here. Our Michigan-based engineers provide full NX CAD support for automotive, aerospace, and engine-development programs—working directly inside your systems for seamless OEM integration.
Do you offer CATIA CAD support near me?
Yes. We specialize in CATIA modeling and surfacing for interior, exterior, and structural components, following GM, Ford, and Stellantis supplier templates.
Who can help me release data into GM, Ford, or Nissan Teamcenter?
We work inside Teamcenter and ENOVIA environments daily—handling secure data release, migration, and Teamcenter upgrades for GM, Ford, Stellantis, Nissan, Honda, and Tier-1 suppliers.
Which industries do you support for CAD and 3D modeling?
We’re among the top CAD design firms in Michigan, supporting EV and hybrid propulsion, aerospace, and consumer-product development. Our Class-A surfacing, FEA, and rapid-prototyping teams help clients move from concept to release with speed and precision.
Do you provide short-term NX or CATIA staffing in Michigan?
Absolutely. Our local team offers short-term CAD staffing solutions to support overloaded design cycles—no offshore risk, no downtime.
Request a Quote or Book a 15-Minute Call to see how we can plug into your next program.
FAQs: CAD Design & 3D Modeling Services
Can you work inside our PLM system?
Yes. We routinely use Teamcenter and ENOVIA, and can adapt to your internal configuration.
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Do you only support automotive clients?
No. We also serve aerospace, consumer products—anywhere CAD integrity and compliance matter.
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Can you handle both new design and revision work?
Absolutely. We take overflow projects, drawing updates, and complex new designs.
How secure is file exchange?
All transfers are encrypted; all work stays within our Michigan office under NDA.
What if we need fast turnaround?
We specialize in quick-response work—most updates are complete within 24–48 hours.
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Do you offer design optimization or analysis?
Yes. Our FEA team can validate your design for strength, weight, or thermal performance before release.
Ready to Start?
Book a 15-Minute Fit Call
We keep onboarding simple: one call to define scope, standards, and delivery timeline.
Once connected, your first model can move through our workflow within days.
It’s fast: 15 minutes.
It’s practical: we review files, scope work, and set expectations.
It’s secure: NDA-ready, Michigan-based, OEM-compliant.