We handle end-to-end technical drafting across multiple disciplines. Our capabilities include 2D mechanical drawings, 3D parametric models, electrical schematics, wireframes, structural fabrications, sheet metal flat patterns, and legacy paper-to-CAD conversions.

Yes. You don’t need existing CAD files to get started. Give us a hand sketch, a bulleted list of technical requirements, physical measurements, or a design spec sheet, and our team will synthesize your concept into production-ready 2D drawings or fully structured 3D CAD models.

We primarily serve original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), machine shops, structural steel fabricators, sheet metal operations, automation integrators, and product development firms across the Twin Cities metro area and upper Midwest.

Absolutely. We provide multi-disciplinary design support, including electrical single-line diagrams, panel layout schematics, wire harness routings, and 3D wireframe geometries to ensure all engineering domains align seamlessly prior to manufacturing.

Our offsite service is designed for rapid turnarounds without administrative friction. Simply send us your project files, marked-up PDFs, or specs through our secure intake portal. We complete the drafting or modeling offsite and deliver fully verified, production-ready files back to your inbox.

Yes. For complex, long-term, or security-sensitive initiatives, we offer deployed engineering support. We can assign dedicated drafters and engineers to work directly with your internal team—operating either remotely or on-site at your facility for the exact duration your project requires.

Whether working offsite or as an embedded extension of your team, we can connect securely to your environment—including SolidWorks PDM, Autodesk Vault, or custom cloud repositories. We check files in and out following your company’s native naming conventions, workflow states, and approval rules.

Yes. We operate on a flexible, on-demand basis. You can use MN D&D to clear a single overnight redline backlog, complete a multi-week design project, or support an ongoing monthly workload with zero long-term retainers or hiring overhead.

Our primary environment is SolidWorks and AutoCAD, but we also support native and neutral file formats across Inventor, Revit, and major 3D/2D CAD ecosystems.

You retain full ownership of all native source files (e.g., .SLDPRT, .SLDASM, .SLDDRW, .DWG, .DXF). We also supply industry-standard neutral formats like .STEP, .IGES, .X_T (Parasolid), and vector .PDF print sheets for vendor distribution.

We hold intellectual property security to the highest standard. All client files, drawings, and communications are strictly confidential. We are happy to execute a standard Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) prior to receiving your project files or accessing your internal server network.

We draft in accordance with ANSI/ASME and ISO standards, incorporating full Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) callouts. Alternatively, if your organization maintains custom internal drawing templates and drafting standards, we mirror your exact title blocks and layer setups.

Offsite redline markups and drawing updates can often be turned around overnight or within 24 to 48 hours. For large-scale 3D modeling or multi-sheet assembly projects, we establish a clear milestone schedule upon reviewing your scope.

Every drawing and 3D model undergoes a rigorous internal review before it is returned to you. We verify dimensional accuracy, feature tree cleanliness, material specs, interference fits, and title block metadata to guarantee shop-floor readiness.

Revisions are a natural part of the engineering lifecycle. If a drawing requires adjustments due to design changes or shop-floor feedback, send the updated markups back to our team and we will apply the revisions promptly under our standard turn times.

Yes. When critical production deadlines are looming or an unexpected design change threatens a shipment date, our on-demand model is structured to step in and absorb peak workload pressure immediately.

We are based locally in Minnesota, serving the entire Twin Cities metro area (including Dakota County, Lakeville, Eagan, Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding industrial hubs). We are available for in-person site visits, facility walk-throughs, and on-site engineering deployments whenever required.

Offshoring often leads to timezone delays, communication gaps, and missed tolerances. Hiring full-time staff adds significant salary and benefit overhead. MN D&D gives you local, US-based engineering talent that understands Midwest manufacturing standards—available the exact moment you need it and scalable when you don't.

Getting a quote is simple and fast. Visit mndnd.com/intake to upload your project notes, markups, or requirements list. A local CAD specialist will review your request and respond with a clear quote and timeline within hours.

Anything you have! A rough hand sketch, a list of functional specifications, sample part photos, legacy paper blueprints, or an existing CAD file. If you're opting for deployed on-site support, simply outline your project timeframe and software environment, and we will configure the right team for your workflow.