Autodesk Inventor Designer

Company:Paso Robles Tank, Inc. (PRT)

Location:Hemet, California | On-site

Department:Engineering / Design

Reports To:Mike Florio, P.E., Vice President of Engineering

Employment Type:Full-time | Hourly, non-exempt

Work Schedule:Monday–Thursday, four 10-hour workdays; daily start and end times assigned by management

Pay Range:$22.00–$40.00 per hour, based on relevant experience and qualifications

Position Summary

The Autodesk Inventor Designer creates, modifies, tests, and maintains part models, assemblies, and drawing templates for PRT’s custom engineering design automation system. This position develops reusable parametric templates that generate accurate 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings across multiple configurations, dimensions, and engineering requirements.

Working with Engineering and the automation development team, the Designer supports a long-term industrial storage tank project that combines 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. Programming experience is beneficial but not required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Autodesk Inventor part, assembly, and drawing templates used by 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.
• reate complete 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.
• Engineering supplies design criteria and calculations; this role focuses on Inventor modeling and detailing. 
• Strong Inventor skills are essential. Programming experience is beneficial but not required.
  
  
• 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 closely 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.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

The following skills are beneficial but are not required:

• 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.

Education and Experience

Demonstrated professional Autodesk Inventor proficiency and relevant hands-on modeling and detailing experience are the primary qualifications. Relevant drafting, CAD, mechanical design, or technical education supports this work. No specific degree, professional engineering license, or minimum number of years is established for this position. Specialized tank industry experience is helpful but not necessary.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate builds organized, adaptable models that are easy to modify; works confidently with complex assemblies; identifies modeling problems; and produces drawings that remain accurate as designs change. The position’s highest priority is proficiency in Inventor modeling and detailing.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office using a computer and CAD software for extended periods. Duties require reviewing detailed drawings, entering and manipulating data, communicating with coworkers, and moving within the office. Any 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; requests should be directed to Human Resources.

Compensation and Benefits

The pay range is $22.00–$40.00 per hour. Placement within the range depends on relevant experience, demonstrated Inventor skills, and qualifications. As a non-exempt employee, the employee must accurately record all time worked and will receive applicable overtime pay. Additional hours require management approval; all hours worked must be reported.

Benefits are subject to eligibility and governing plan documents and may include medical, dental, vision, 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodation

PRT is an equal opportunity employer and administers applicable affirmative action requirements. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and business needs without discrimination or retaliation based on any status protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, or military or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified applicants and employees.

Additional Duties and At Will Employment

This description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. The Company may add, modify, or reassign responsibilities based on business needs and employee qualifications, subject to applicable law. Productive work assignments depend on business needs; this description does not guarantee a particular workload, assignment, or continued employment.

Employment is at will. Either the employee or the Company may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, subject to applicable law. This description is not an employment contract. At-will status may be modified only by an express written agreement signed by the employee and an authorized Company officer.