Autodesk Inventor Designer

ACE Family of Companies•Hemet, CA

20d•$22 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Autodesk Inventor Designer creates, modifies, tests, and maintains part models, assemblies, and drawing templates for Paso Robles Tank, Inc.’s custom engineering design automation system. The role develops reusable parametric templates that generate accurate 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings across configurations, dimensions, and engineering requirements. Working with Engineering and the automation development team, the Designer supports a long-term industrial storage tank project combining engineering calculations, standardized requirements, Inventor models, and automated drawing generation. Engineering supplies design criteria and calculations; this role focuses on Inventor modeling and detailing. Strong Inventor skills are essential, while programming experience is beneficial but not required. The position is based on-site in Hemet, California. It is full-time, hourly, and non-exempt, with a Monday–Thursday schedule of four 10-hour workdays; management assigns daily start and end times. The pay range is $22.00–$40.00 per hour, based on relevant experience and qualifications. Additional hours require management approval, and all hours worked must be reported. The employee must accurately record time worked and will receive applicable overtime pay. Work is primarily performed in an office using a computer and CAD software for extended periods. Duties include reviewing detailed drawings, entering and manipulating data, communicating with coworkers, and moving within the office. Visits to fabrication areas require compliance with posted safety rules and required personal protective equipment. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Benefits are subject to eligibility and governing plan documents and may include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid sick leave; vacation where applicable; paid holidays; and voluntary supplemental coverage. The applicable leave tier and benefit details will be confirmed in the employment offer and company policies. PRT is an equal opportunity employer and administers applicable affirmative action requirements. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified applicants and employees. The job description is not exhaustive, and responsibilities may be added, modified, or reassigned based on business needs and employee qualifications. Employment is at will and this description is not an employment contract.

Requirements

Professional Autodesk Inventor experience is required; experience exclusively with SolidWorks, Revit, or other CAD software does not satisfy this requirement.
Strong proficiency creating and modifying Inventor part models and assemblies, including applying and troubleshooting assembly constraints.
Ability to create complete Inventor fabrication drawings with base, projected, section, and detail views.
Proficiency with dimensions, centerlines, weld symbols, balloons, annotations, and parts lists.
Ability to understand and modify existing models and assemblies while preserving their design relationships.
Understanding of parametric modeling principles and how dimensional changes affect parts and assemblies.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret engineering and fabrication drawings.
Ability to work independently, troubleshoot complex Inventor issues, collaborate with technical staff, and maintain organized, accurate work.
Attention to detail, clear communication, dependable attendance, and ability to manage changing priorities and deadlines.
No specific degree, professional engineering license, or minimum number of years of experience is established.

Nice To Haves

Inventor user parameters, equations, and linked parameters; configurable assemblies using Model States.
Inventor iLogic and design automation; Autodesk Inventor API, VB.NET, or C#.
Sheet metal, structural steel, and welded assemblies.
Inventor BOM structures, iProperties, and drawing references.
Standardized CAD templates and reusable parametric models.
Autodesk Vault or other CAD data management systems.
Aboveground storage tank design, construction, or fabrication.
Relevant drafting, CAD, mechanical design, or technical education.
Specialized tank industry experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Autodesk Inventor part, assembly, and drawing templates for the automated design system.
Create parametric models that accommodate varying dimensions and configurations while preserving design relationships.
Build and maintain assemblies with properly defined constraints; apply, modify, and troubleshoot assembly relationships.
Create fabrication drawing templates with base, projected, section, and detail views; configure dimensions, centerlines, weld symbols, balloons, annotations, and parts lists.
Modify existing models and templates to support additional configurations and engineering requirements.
Test models and drawings across parameter and configuration changes to verify that geometry, views, dimensions, references, and parts lists update correctly.
Troubleshoot modeling, assembly, and drawing issues; identify inconsistencies and coordinate resolution with Engineering.
Work with the automation development team to ensure templates are compatible with automated design processes.
Help establish and maintain consistent Inventor modeling and detailing standards.
Organize and maintain CAD files, revisions, templates, and design references as the system evolves.
Communicate progress, technical questions, and schedule concerns; incorporate approved feedback and protect confidential project information.