Automotive design and drafting services precision-engineered for the road.
From component drawings to full vehicle CAD packages, our Australian team delivers automotive design and drafting services to AS 1100 standards. Supporting OEMs, Tier 1 and 2 suppliers, aftermarket and motorsport clients since 2010.
The current automotive marketplace is an innovative and dynamic one with companies vying with one another to create and bring about breakthroughs in automotive design service and technology. Australian Design and Drafting Services prides itself on not only keeping up with the latest trends but also anticipating customer requirements well in advance. Combating pricing pressures, product differentiation and the other hindrances to new product development, we offer strategic automotive solutions.
Our solutions for the automotive domain help international and national automotive companies become successful by reducing costs and maximising productivity. We help them in various areas of the product development process such as ideation, optimisation, testing, research and development, pre-production prototyping, production control and post-production lifecycle management and support.
As our automotive design service, we help our customers with 2D and 3D drawings with special reference to the automotive sector. Our solutions reflect the highest levels of automotive and mechanical engineering, coupled with cutting-edge technology.
Our Automotive Design Service
Providing an entire range of services in all fields of automotive manufacturing and design.
- Efficiently manage business complexities
- Offer advanced product portfolio management services
- Help companies manage change in a dynamic global environment
An overview of our services/solutions
Product Development and Engineering
Key services and solutions used by our regular automotive customers include:
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA) services
- CAD Services like modelling, conversion and migration
- Plastic moulding solutions
- Reverse engineering solutions
- Jigs and fixtures design solutions
Enterprise IT Services
Our PLM solutions enable automotive manufacturers and suppliers to tackle and meet economic and competitive pressures. Some of our service capabilities are vehicle styling, digital prototyping, concept design and ergonomics.
Process Optimisation
Process optimisation services include planning and forecasting to optimise a process, covering procurement management, supplier evaluation and performance monitoring and other data analytics.
Manufacturing and Quality
We help companies incur lesser costs in manufacturing and develop strong expertise in the various spheres of manufacturing and quality control to meet the consistency benchmarks essential for the automotive industry.
Automotive electronics
Australian Design and Drafting Services has expertise in the realm of automotive electronics. We have a team of experts who help customers overcome major obstacles such as technology constraints, resource crunches or restrained budgets. We provide faster time-to-market solutions and frameworks and possess the ability to integrate products across technologies and platforms. Contact us today.
Related CAD Drafting Services
Automotive engineering projects typically draw on our full range of mechanical and structural drafting capabilities:
- Mechanical Drafting Services — assembly, fabrication and component drawings for automotive parts
- Mechanical CAD Drafting — precision CAD drawings for automotive manufacturing
- 2D Drafting Services — detailed 2D documentation and GD&T for production
- CAD Conversion — migrate legacy automotive drawings to current formats
- Structural Shop Drawings — jig, fixture and tooling structural documentation
Automotive CAD Drafting Locations
- Automotive Drafting — Brisbane
- Automotive Drafting — Sydney
- Automotive Drafting — Melbourne
- Automotive Drafting — Perth
Industry Standards & References
Our automotive drafting work aligns with relevant Australian Standards covering engineering drawing and tolerance specifications. Professional engineers working in automotive design can find accreditation guidance through Engineers Australia. We use AutoCAD, SolidWorks and Inventor as primary tools for automotive CAD documentation.
Automotive Project Case Studies
These projects highlight ASTCAD’s reverse engineering and 3D modelling capability across automotive components and assemblies.
Reverse Engineering of Automotive Components
An Australian automotive client required accurate 3D CAD models of legacy components with no surviving drawings. ASTCAD used 3D scanning and Pro-E modelling to reverse engineer the parts, producing dimensionally accurate CAD files suitable for manufacture and integration into the client’s PLM system.
View case study →Reverse Engineering Using Pro-E Modelling and Scanning Techniques
ASTCAD performed reverse engineering of a complex mechanical assembly using structured light scanning combined with Pro-E (Creo) parametric modelling. Deliverables included fully featured parametric models, tolerance analysis, and fabrication-ready drawings — enabling the client to resume production of a discontinued component.
View case study →Frequently asked questions
Common questions about our automotive drafting services for Australian clients.
What automotive drafting services do you offer?
We deliver comprehensive automotive CAD services including detailed component drawings, complete vehicle packages, and Class-A surface design for body styling. Our expertise covers jig and fixture design for assembly lines, reverse engineering of legacy components, and motorsport chassis and bodywork. All drawings comply with AS 1100 Australian standards and relevant automotive specifications, ensuring your designs meet local and international requirements.
Do you work with OEMs and aftermarket automotive clients?
Yes, we work extensively with both OEMs and aftermarket automotive clients across Australia and internationally. Our experience spans Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, parts manufacturers, automotive electronics companies, restoration specialists, and motorsport teams. We handle projects from individual component drafting to complete vehicle drawing packages, all compliant with Australian engineering standards and ISO requirements. Our team understands local manufacturing processes and can support your specific certification and compliance needs.
What CAD software do you use for automotive projects?
Our automotive team specializes in CATIA V5/V6, Autodesk Alias, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Rhino 3D, AutoCAD, and Fusion 360, with expertise in Class-A surface modeling for premium vehicle design. We deliver files in your preferred native format or as neutral STEP/IGES files, ensuring seamless integration with Australian toolmakers and Tier 1 suppliers. Our experience spans both local OEM requirements and export-standard documentation for international manufacturing partners.
Can you reverse engineer legacy automotive components?
Yes, we regularly reverse engineer legacy automotive parts from physical samples using 3D scanning, photogrammetry and CMM measurement, then produce fully parametric CAD models suitable for re-manufacture. This is particularly valuable for classic vehicle restoration and discontinued OEM components. Our Australian team has extensive experience delivering manufacturing-ready drawings that comply with local engineering standards and can be used by machine shops across Australia for accurate reproduction.
What turnaround times can we expect on automotive CAD work?
At ASTCAD, simple component drawings typically turnaround in 24 to 48 hours, while complex assemblies and full vehicle packages generally require 1 to 4 weeks depending on scope and complexity. We provide a fixed quote and detailed milestone schedule before commencing work, ensuring transparency throughout your project. Our team complies with Australian Standards and engineering requirements, delivering CAD files suitable for manufacturing and certification processes.
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