Aravind Kumar
Summary
Detail-oriented BIM Automation Engineer skilled in developing Autodesk Revit plugins with C# and the Revit API. Developed Python-based Dynamo scripts to optimize project workflows. Collaborated with diverse teams to enhance software design and implementation, ensuring project requirements were met. Maintained technical documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing across the organization.
Overview
2
2
Languages
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
BIM Automation Engineer
Egis
Chennai
10.2022 - Current
- Created plugins for Autodesk Revit in C# to automate repetitive tasks, enhancing workflow efficiency using Revit API documentation.
- Created Dynamo scripts in Revit using Python and Dynamo packages.
- Collaborated with Egis Global Automation Team to develop required plugins, ensuring integration with company processes.
- Developed in-house applications tailored to meet specific company needs, improving overall software functionality.
- Collaborated with other developers to refine software design and implementation.
- Wrote and maintained technical document for software application.
Design Engineer
Taal Tech India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
12.2019 - 10.2022
- Developed Revit plugins and Dynamo scripts as per the project's requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve issues and implement best practices in BIM automation.
- Engaged with clients to clarify inquiries and gather requirements for effective BIM automation in projects.
BIM Modeler
Conserve solutions
Tiruchirapalli
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Converted 2D drawings and point clouds to 3D models using Dynamo in Revit for enhanced project visualization.
- Developed architectural and MEP models for Conserve solutions, optimizing Revit workflows to support design accuracy.
- Updated construction drawings and model sheets for Conserve solutions documentation.
- Revised construction drawings and model sheets for Conserve solutions, ensuring up-to-date documentation for project delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Skills
- C#
- Python
- Revit API
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Forge (Autodesk Platform Services)
- WPF
- Revit
- AutoCad
- Dynamo
- Artificial intelligence
Projects Worked
- BIM Object Tracker: Tracks Revit family modifications, updates the family library, and syncs element data with a central database.
- Create Wall/Shaft Openings: Automatically generates wall and floor penetration openings based on clash detection between MEP services and structural/architectural elements.
- Create DB Schedule: Generates distribution board (DB) schedules in Excel formatted to country- or region-specific standard templates.
- Convert Rhino Models to Revit: Standalone converter that imports Rhino models into native Revit elements without requiring Rhino software or Rhino.Inside.Revit.
- Place Multiple Legends in Sheets: Automatically places and aligns legends and views onto Revit sheets in an orderly layout.
- Revit Parameter Manager: Manages shared parameters in bulk (add, duplicate, delete) across families and project files.
- Transfer Room Data: Extracts room spatial properties from an Architectural model and applies them to MEP elements residing within those rooms.
- Staircase Pressurization Calculation: Determines total required airflow for selected staircases and transfers the data directly to a standardized pressurization calculation Excel sheet.
- Convert 2D to 3D: Scans AutoCAD block positions and automatically replaces them with corresponding 3D Revit families.
- Revit Family Editor: Performs bulk renames on Revit family names and family type names.
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Tamil
Advanced
C1
Timeline
BIM Automation Engineer
Egis
10.2022 - Current
Design Engineer
Taal Tech India Pvt Ltd
12.2019 - 10.2022
BIM Modeler
Conserve solutions
05.2018 - 12.2019