Design Automation Specialist

Duties & Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and organize custom Autodesk Inventor parts and assemblies within Vault for fabrication teams.
• Lead development of Inventor & Vault processes with automation (iLogic, PowerShell, CoolOrange, etc.), including the creation of parametric parts and assemblies.
• Maintain standard processes for Inventor & Vault with internal/external design partners and other Dant Clayton stakeholders (manufacturing department).
• Implement Autodesk Inventor & Vault as a part of the standard design & manufacturing processes to streamline information transfer from design to manufacturing.
• Integrate design data into the company ERP (INFOR CloudSuite SiteLine) for reporting.
• Attend and participate in cross-functional team meetings; collaborate on vision and execution of company initiatives to improve design processes.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of Dant Clayton products, identify opportunities for improvement (value engineering), and make constructive suggestions for change.
• Communicate processes, automation, and logic to downstream designers to ensure a clear understanding of design and drafting processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with an educational background in manufacturing, construction, architecture, or engineering.
• Certificate in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (preferred) and/or relevant experience.
• Proven experience in designing automation and workflows for manufacturing parametric assemblies and parts.
• General understanding of manufacturing/design practices and principles; familiarity with structural framing requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage/coordinate software implementation (Inventor or similar) for design and manufacturing processes.
• Self-starter who is focused, articulate, well-organized, and detail-oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor, Vault, and CAD; familiarity with other 3D software, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office products.
• Passion for technological advancement and personal growth.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able up to lift to twenty-five pounds at times.