CATIA V6 Automation Engineer

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain custom CATIA V6 macros using CATScript, VBScript, or Python to automate repetitive CAD tasks.
• Customize and enhance the CATIA user interface and toolbars to suit specific project or team needs.
• Support the integration of CATIA V6 with PLM platforms such as ENOVIA for data consistency and lifecycle management.
• Work closely with design teams to understand workflow challenges and propose automation solutions.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for all developed tools and processes.
• Provide training and support to engineers using developed macros and tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to automated scripts, CAD modeling errors, and system integrations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience with CATIA V6, particularly in Part Design, Assembly, and Drafting modules.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as CATScript, VBScript, or Python.
• Solid understanding of parametric modeling, design automation, and knowledgeware concepts.
• Familiarity with PLM systems (ENOVIA experience preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the automotive or aerospace industry.
• Familiarity with CAA (Component Application Architecture) for advanced CATIA customizations.
• Experience with Agile development processes and version control systems.