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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Special-lite, Inc.
- **Location:** Decatur, MI, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Business Logic, JIRA, Autodesk Inventor, Business Systems, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, JSON, Microsoft Visual Studio, Visual Basic .NET (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Software Application Programming, Git, Information Technology, Autodesk Vault, Restful APIs, Software Version Control
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=825f05959145860f

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent experience.
 * Must have experience in C#, VB.NET, C++, Java or any other objectoriented language.
 * Excellent grasp of objectoriented concepts and experience in using them to build applications.
 * Willingness to learn proprietary languages and platforms, including Configura's CM language and CET Designer.
 * Experience using source control (such as Git) and tasktracking tools (such as Jira).
 * Basic familiarity with REST APIs and XML/JSON data formats.
 * Must be passionate about programming.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 * Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills.
 * Must be a selfstarter and have the ability to work independently on diverse problems.
 * Must have the ability to gather requirements, consider and explore multiple approaches and suggest effective solutions., * Experience with the Autodesk Inventor API, including part/assembly modeling and drawing automation, addin development, or iLogic.
 * Handson Autodesk Inventor modeling experience, including parametric part and assembly modeling.
 * NET development experience, particularly VB.NET or C#, using Visual Studio.
 * Experience with Configura CET Designer and/or the CM programming language.
 * Experience with CPQ or product configuration platforms, especially Tacton.
 * Experience with Autodesk Vault or other PDM systems.
 * Understanding of 3D geometry and coordinate systems.
 * Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment., * Frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate office equipment, and reach with hands and arms.
 * Frequently required to talk and hear.
 * Frequently required to sit for long periods of time.
 * Required to occasionally stand and walk.
 * Occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10pounds.
 * Specific vision abilities required include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

## Description

* Design, develop, test, and deploy enhancements to SpecialLite's CET Designer extension, including products represented in 2D and/or 3D with costing, business logic, and error prevention.
 * Maintain and improve the existing CET code base, ensuring reliability, accuracy, and user satisfaction.
 * Develop and maintain Autodesk Inventor addins (VB.NET/C#) that use the Inventor API to drive parametric 3D models and production drawings from Tacton CPQ configurations.
 * Build and maintain automationready Inventor models, rebuilding flexible/parametric components (e.g., frames of variable height) and reusing static components where appropriate.
 * Support integrations between Tacton CPQ, Autodesk Inventor, and other business systems using REST APIs and XML/JSON data exchange.
 * Inherit, understand, and extend code written by others, including thirdparty implementation partners, and write clean, documented, maintainable code for future developers.
 * Collaborate with sales, engineering, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
 * Manage source code and automation assets under version control (Git; Autodesk Vault for CAD assets) and track work in Jira as part of an Agile team.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, escalating when necessary.
 * Create documentation and assist with user training for supported applications.
 * Apply best practices in security, maintainability, and performance, and contribute toward continuous improvement in both code and process.