The CAD Automation Engineer will be based in Hyderabad In this position you will report to the Manager Project Engineering We are looking for a highly motivated AutoCAD Automation Engineer with a Mechanical or Civil Engineering background to join our Project Engineering Team The ideal candidate will have solid experience in AutoCAD customization VBA NET scripting and workflow automation for engineering drawings You will work closely with design teams to streamline CAD operations reduce manual drafting time and integrate intelligent automation into project deliverables Watch Culture is our Passion to learn more about us We are looking for someone who demonstrates Passionate drive to innovate and create Integrity to the core Enthusiastic customer focus Consistent interactive teamwork Desire for continuous improvement and top performance Here is a glimpse of what you ll do Develop maintain and enhance custom AutoCAD tools and scripts using Auto LISP VBA and or NET C VB NET Automate routine drafting tasks standardize drawing templates and support data-driven drawing generation Collaborate with Mechanical and Civil Engineering teams to understand project workflows and identify automation opportunities Integrate AutoCAD automation with external data sources such as Excel databases or Tracker design tools e g Standalone tools Cloud tools etc Support the deployment and documentation of AutoCAD automation tools across global teams Work with QA and end users to validate output quality and iterate enhancements Provide training or onboarding sessions to team members on tool usage and best practices Here is some of what you ll need required Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Civil Engineering or a related technical field 3 years of experience in AutoCAD customization or CAD automation Hands-on experience with AutoCAD Mechanical or Civil including both 2D and 3D drafting modelling Thorough knowledge of AutoCAD commands shortcuts and best practices Proficiency in one or more of the following Auto LISP VBA NET API for AutoCAD COM ActiveX API for AutoCAD or Python scripting with AutoCAD I O Solid understanding of AutoCAD standards layer management dimensioning blocks and templates Familiarity with engineering design processes and CAD standards used in renewable energy infrastructure or construction projects Experience integrating CAD tools with Excel SQL databases or PLM systems is a plus Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and documentation skills Here are a few of our preferred experiences Experience working in Auto CAD Mechanical or Civil 2D 3D environments is a strong advantage Exposure to Agile or Scrum methodology Understanding of Power BI JIRA or version control systems e g Git is a bonus Prior experience supporting cross-functional teams across geographies e g US India Mexico Cloud Platform Experience Optional Familiarity with Microsoft Azure services especially in the context of Cloud-based storage and deployment of CAD tools Azure DevOps pipelines for automation scripting Azure File Shares or Blob Storage for CAD data management Ability to collaborate with software teams on cloud-hosted automation tools or APIs At Nextpower we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural electrical and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery higher performance and greater reliability helping our customers capture the full value of solar power Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed built and operated every day with smart technology data-driven insights and advanced automation Together we re building the foundation for the world s next generation of clean energy infrastructure We are Nextpower