As a cloud-native product development platform, Onshape by PTC has changed how engineers collaborate – and our community proves it every day. 

In 2024, we've seen unprecedented growth in user collaboration and innovation, with some teams reporting up to 80% faster design cycles compared to traditional CAD systems. This has freed up time to create exciting opportunities for engineers to connect, share knowledge, and advance their careers through various channels in our expanding community.

Whether you're an experienced Onshape user or just beginning to explore cloud-based CAD, here are four powerful ways to engage with our professional network.

Four Ways to Engage with the Onshape Community

1. Attend Global Events & User Groups

Our 30+ events across Europe and North America in 2024 have connected thousands of professionals. From technical workshops in Los Angeles to design symposiums in Munich, each event focuses on practical knowledge sharing. Find your next user group event on our calendar.

2. Collaborate With Us & Share Your Story

Real-world implementations drive Onshape's development. We're featuring more user success stories on Onshape.com and cad.onshape.com, highlighting how teams are leveraging our platform for everything from rapid prototyping to large-scale manufacturing. Submit your story to be featured.

3. Join Our Professional Network

Our LinkedIn group has become a hub for technical discussion and professional development. Members regularly share insights about their designs, best practices, CAD competitions, and tutorials. This group is also a good place to find Onshape talent to find your company!

4. Help Onshape Grow Through Referrals

If you love using Onshape, why not share the good news with your friends? When you refer a friend to try Onshape, you'll get $100 as a thank-you*. More than that, you'll be helping teams transition to a more modern, collaborative way of designing. It's a simple way to make a big impact—spread the word and help shape the future of CAD!

Recent Community Highlights

From Los Angeles to Munich, our team traveled far and wide to connect with the Onshape CAD community. In 2024 alone, we hosted over 30 events across Europe, North America, and online, ensuring that no matter where you are, you have the opportunity to be part of something bigger.

As the year wrapped up, we had the pleasure of concluding our journey in Barcelona, engaging in thought leadership discussions with our amazing customers.


Impact Through Engagement

The strength of Onshape lies in its community of professionals who consistently push the boundaries of cloud-based CAD. Our most successful users actively participate in the community, both learning from and contributing to the collective knowledge base.

Join us in advancing the future of engineering and design. Whether you're optimizing complex assemblies or developing groundbreaking products, the Onshape community provides the platform and network to achieve your goals more efficiently. The transition to modern CAD isn't just about new tools – it's about joining a community of forward-thinking engineers who are reshaping how products are designed and manufactured.

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