EVS

renewable energy

AutomationEngineer

$90–140k Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Automation Engineer at EVS. Skills: CAD automation, Software development, System integration. Develop custom CAD commands. Maintain custom CAD commands”

What You'll Achieve.

Improve user adoption; Improve tool effectiveness; Create measurable business impact

Industry & Context.

renewable energy
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Analytical

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, 2+ years of experience developing CAD automations, Experience building solutions within AutoCAD, Proficiency with AutoCAD APIs, Experience with Git, Experience with software development best practices

Nice to Have

Experience within engineering environments, Familiarity with Autodesk Civil 3D, Experience integrating CAD systems, Exposure to GIS and geospatial technologies, Experience with Power BI, Experience with Tableau

What You'll Do.

Develop custom CAD commands

Maintain custom CAD commands

Enhance custom CAD commands

Develop automation solutions

Modernize engineering workflows

Automate drafting tasks

Automate design tasks

Build solutions for geometry generation

Build solutions for block conversions

Build solutions for attribute validation

Build solutions for label rendering

Build solutions for quality checks

Standardize design templates

Standardize design parameters

Standardize engineering data libraries

Apply software development best practices

Develop integrations between CAD environments

Integrate with EVS internal platforms

Integrate with databases

Integrate with engineering systems

Support data pipelines

Support data exchange workflows

Connect design tools with reporting

Connect design tools with analytics

Connect design tools with digital platforms

Translate workflows into automation tools

Maintain revision control

Support integration of CAD environments

Support AI-enabled applications

Support innovation initiatives

Identify inefficiencies

Develop scalable solutions

Lead rollout of new tools

Gather feedback from engineers

Gather feedback from designers

Continuously improve user adoption

Continuously improve tool effectiveness

Serve as subject matter expert

Provide training to engineers

Provide training to designers

Contribute to code reviews

Contribute to technical discussions

Contribute to continuous improvement

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multidisciplinary teams; Innovation team

Communication Scope

Communication skills

Process & Methodology

Release management

Full Job Description

**COMPANY** Ready to join EVS? We're not just engineers and surveyors; we're the dream team of innovation! With forty-five years of electrifying excellence, we're the pioneers shaping the future of renewable energy. Our dynamic team excels in Civil and Electrical, with expertise in Solar PV & BESS, Power Studies, Transmission, and Substation, as well as Geotechnical, Structural Engineering, and Land Surveying. Rooted in Respect, Integrity, and Humility, we're on a mission to make every project a game-changer. With mentorship, hands-on action, and the wisdom of industry leaders, we're here to build lasting connections and deliver top-tier services. Join the party, let's light up the future! **AUTOMATION ENGINEER** Location: Eden Prairie, MN | Hybrid | Remote Schedule: Full-Time Salary: $90,000 – $140,000 (based on experience) EVS is seeking an Automation Engineer to help transform engineering workflows through software development, CAD automation, and system integration. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, building tools that improve efficiency, and bridging the gap between engineering and technology. You’ll play a key role in developing custom CAD solutions, integrating engineering systems, and creating scalable tools that help engineers and designers work smarter across renewable energy and infrastructure projects. **WHAT YOU’LL DO** * Develop, maintain, and enhance custom CAD commands, plug-ins, ribbon tools, and automation solutions using AutoCAD APIs and related technologies. * Modernize engineering workflows through automation of repetitive drafting and design tasks. * Build solutions for data-driven geometry generation, block conversions, attribute validation, label rendering, and geometry-based quality checks. * Standardize design templates, parameters, and engineering data libraries through scalable automation frameworks. * Apply software development best practices including testing, version control, documentation,

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