About MLC CAD Systems

Engineering Software, Implementation, Services and Support - All in One Partner

40+

Years in Business

Serving engineering and manufacturing teams since 1982

7 Product Lines

SOLIDWORKS, Markforged, Formlabs, DriveWorks, Equivaq, SIMULIA, DELMIAWorks ERP

16 Certified Trainers

34 SOLIDWORKS courses with detailed curriculum, from beginner to expert level

120+

Certifications

5 of 5 Platinum Level Technical Certifications: Management/ Collaboration; Design/ Engineering; Manufacturing/ Production; Marketing/ Sales; Simulation

Who We Are

MLC CAD Systems helps engineering and manufacturing teams get more from their software investment. As an authorized reseller and implementation partner for SOLIDWORKS, Markforged, Formlabs, DriveWorks, and SIMULIA, MLC CAD supports the full engineering lifecycle: deployment, onboarding, training, ongoing technical support, data management services, and consulting.

Why Buyers Choose MLC CAD

Certified Expertise

MLC CAD's team holds certifications across SOLIDWORKS, Markforged, and Formlabs. 5 of 5 Platinum Level Technical Certifications: Management/Collaboration; Design/Engineering; Manufacturing/Production; Marketing/Sales; and Simulation.

Structured Training and Onboarding

MLC CAD offers classroom, on-site, and online training designed to get teams productive faster. Courses span SOLIDWORKS, Markforged, and Formlabs across skill levels, from new users to advanced tools and workflows, so adoption does not stall after go-live.

Ongoing Support and Services

From technical support to managed services, MLC CAD stays engaged after the sale. One partner handles the full relationship: software, 3D printing hardware, implementation, training, and long-term support and services. While partnered with Mastercam, we were ranked the #1 reseller worldwide, the largest Mastercam partner.

Platforms We Support

Technologies We Support

MLC CAD covers the full engineering stack, from design software and simulation to industrial hardware and in-house manufacturing services. Here is what MLC CAD provides across each technology area.

Technology	What MLC CAD Provides
Design	SOLIDWORKS 3D design, electrical design, simulation, and design automation tools for product development and engineering workflows
Engineering Services	Implementation, PDM setup and migration, CAD data management, dedicated server hosting, CNC post processors, and value assessments
Additive Manufacturing	Markforged and Formlabs industrial 3D printers for composite, metal, FDM, SLA, and SLS applications, with material consulting and application-based ROI evaluation
Additive Manufacturing Services	In-house prototyping and small batch production for fast turnaround and high-quality 3D printed output

Technical Service Depth

Most software resellers stop at the license. MLC CAD’s value is in what comes after.

Capability	What It Delivers
SOLIDWORKS Success Plans	Bundled live support, self-paced learning, certifications, and updates in one package
Technical Support	Fast, knowledgeable support for SOLIDWORKS, Mastercam, and Markforged - from troubleshooting to workflow questions
Training	Classroom, on-site, and online courses that reduce ramp time and improve team adoption
Managed Services	Ongoing remote administration, maintenance, and platform management so your team stays focused on engineering
PDM Services	SOLIDWORKS PDM setup, configuration, custom add-ins, and support for teams managing complex design data
3D Printing Services	In-house prototyping and small batch production combining additive manufacturing with deep process expertise
Electrical Services	SOLIDWORKS Electrical implementation services, including customized libraries and templates tailored to products and engineering processes.
Custom API Services	Custom integrations and API development to connect engineering tools and automate workflows

Proof in Practice

Elevate Systems Partners with MLC

Discover how Elevate Systems and MLC CAD help engineers build practical skills through mentorship, technical training, and hands-on experience. See how SOLIDWORKS, SolidProfessor, and additive manufacturing support the next generation of engineering talent.

Building The World’s Largest Indoor Wind Tunnel

See how Deaton Engineering tackled the design and manufacturing challenges of the world’s largest indoor flight tunnel in Abu Dhabi. With SOLIDWORKS and expert support from MLC CAD Systems, the team managed hundreds of parts, tight tolerances, and complex structural requirements at an enormous scale.

Dynapac Motion

See how Dynapac Motion improved machining precision and reduced waste with Mastercam and CIMCO Probe. Discover how the right CAD/CAM technology and MLC CAD Systems’ expertise helped optimize their manufacturing workflow, improve quality, and drive greater efficiency.

40+ Years of Engineering Expertise

Founded in Austin, Texas, in 1982, MLC CAD Systems has grown from a single-location CAD provider into a national engineering technology partner serving design and manufacturing organizations across the United States.

1982

Founded in Austin, Texas

MLC CAD Systems begins helping engineering and manufacturing teams adopt CAD technology.

1990s

Expands Beyond Texas

MLC establishes operations in Louisiana, Arizona, and Oklahoma, beginning decades of geographic expansion across the United States.

2006-2015

Builds a Multi-Region U.S. Footprint

MLC expands throughout the Southeast and Midwest, adding operations in Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, Kansas, and Missouri.

2018-2023

Expands Across the Western United States

MLC continues its national growth with expansion into Washington and later adds SOLIDWORKS coverage across Utah, Idaho, and Washington.

2019-2025

Recognized as an Industry Leader

MLC earns repeated recognition from major engineering technology partners, including #1 worldwide Mastercam reseller recognition and awards across the SOLIDWORKS and DriveWorks ecosystems.

TODAY

A National Engineering Technology Partner

More than four decades after its founding, MLC supports engineering and manufacturing organizations with design software, additive manufacturing, implementation, training, technical support, data management, and engineering services.

Ready to Work with an Engineering Partner?

MLC CAD helps engineering and manufacturing teams evaluate, implement, train, support, and extend their software platforms over time. Whether you are starting fresh or looking to get more from an existing investment, the conversation starts here.

Contact MLC CAD to discuss your software, training, implementation, or support needs.

Professional Training

Unlock your team’s potential with hands-on, certified SOLIDWORKS training—designed to sharpen skills, boost productivity, and solve real-world design challenges. Start learning from the pros today.

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Technical Support

Stuck on a design issue or software glitch? Our certified support team is ready to help you—we have real answers, real people, real fast. Let us solve it so you can keep building, designing, or prototyping.

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Upcoming Events

Stay ahead with hands-on workshops, product demos, and expert-led sessions tailored for the design-to-manufacturing community. Learn, connect, and grow with us—online or in person.

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