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RESUME | DAVID J. WYER1204 Crossing Way, Wayne NJ 07470 • 917-710-7286 • dwgraphics@mailbag.com • www.dwgraphics.comTECHNICAL SKILLSProgrammingI have more than a decade of experience writing design automation, system integration, data collection,and batch processing software in Visual Basic (.NET, COM Interop, and VBA) These applications or addinstypically interface programmatically with commercial products from Autodesk (AutoCAD, Inventor,Vault), Microsoft (SQL, Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), and/or Corel Corp. (CorelDRAW andPhoto-Paint).Access Database DevelopmentI have designed and built a number of full-featured database applications. This has included designingthe data schema, constructing all the tables, developing the user interface elements (including commandbars), writing code behind all the forms, creating report templates, generating queries, and implementinguser-level security. I have also incorporated Access databases into numerous custom applications (seeabove).Website Design & ConstructionI have designed and built a number t websites for sole proprietors and small companies, two of whichincluded online stores. I have a sound knowledge of HTML, CSS, and scripting technologies and amcurrently learning ASP.NETGraphic Design & IllustrationI have created both print and web graphics for just about every imaginable purpose – marketingmaterials, business cards, product labels, membrane switches, trade show booths, software screens,PowerPoint presentations, and so on. My illustrations have been published in business, medical, andtechnical books. I have produced 3D renderings of commercial buildings and apartment complexes.CERTIFICATIONSMember of Autodesk Developers Network.PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEData Management Application EngineerAMS CAD + CAFM Solutions; May 2011 – PresentDesigned, produced, and presented webinars on Autodesk products including Vault, SketchbookDesigner, Showcase, and Inventor Publisher. Prepared and delivered technical sales presentations toprospective customers. Provided data management and CAD needs analysis services, then wroteconsulting proposal based on those findings. Performed full range of implementation and supportservices related to Autodesk Vault solutions. Taught Autodesk Vault and Inventor Essentials classes. Setup Vault replication lab. Wrote custom applications for clients that interfaced with Vault and AutoCAD torepair and upload DWG data and automate production workflows. Provided technical support servicesfor manufacturing and data management products.1

Owner/PrincipalVBAutomation; October, 2007 – May, 2011Wrote custom applications that extended the functionality of Autodesk’s CAD and data managementproducts as follows:• Developed complex, data-driven bill of materials (BOM) add-in for AutoCAD in VB.NET forfabricator of precast concrete structures. Designed, built, populated and installed multiuser SQLExpress database used by the application to allocate part numbers, maintain where-used data, andfeed lookup data to 20+ forms. Application also handled all aspects of managing drawing-basedparts list via a combination of block attributes and xrecords and output text-file-based reportswhich for direct import into Concrete Vision production control system. (Central Premix)• Wrote AutoCAD add-in that exported drawing sheet set data to Excel spreadsheets.(MW Consulting Engineers)• Wrote Visual Basic application driven by a master Excel spreadsheet to intelligently formatmultiple batches of hundreds of AutoCAD drawings for submission to a client company. (Wagstaff)• Wrote Visual Basic application to reorganize, format, and load 80,000+ AutoCAD drawings intoAutodesk Vault data management application. (Western Trailers)• Developed spreadsheet-driven batch plotting application in VB.NET that checked files out ofAutodesk Vault, applied custom plot stamps, and output drawings to a network plotter or multipageDWF files based on user inputs. (Western Trailers)Developed full-featured Microsoft Access database applications as follows:• Designed and built Budget and multi-user Class List database applications for Special ServicesGroup utilizing Microsoft Access. Applications included extensive reporting capabilities.(Mead School District)• Wrote numerous custom applications to catalog and format artwork submissions in MicrosoftAccess that utilized CorelDRAW, and CorelPhoto-Paint for graphics processing functionality(Fine Art On Demand)Created websites as follows:• Designed, built, and maintained site for selling art-based print products online. Installed,configured, customized, and skinned SQL Server based AspDotNetStorefront ecommerce engine.Managed all administrative functions of site (Fine Art On Demand)Director of Consulting ServicesPacifiCAD, Inc.; June, 2005 – October, 2007Provided installation, technical support, training, and custom programming services to users of Autodeskmechanical design and data management software products including AutoCAD, Inventor, and Vault.Met with customers to analyze their business needs and wrote detailed proposals on opportunities forimproving their productivity. Prepared and delivered technical sales presentations to prospectivecustomers. Performed large scale data management implementations at Idaho National Labs, BoiseCascade, Western Trailers, and others. Designed, built, and maintained company’s web site.Owner/PrincipalDWGraphics; July, 1990 – May, 2005Created custom software applications as follows:• Developed a series of programs using Visual Basic and WinBatch to automate CorelDRAWbasedartwork preparation. (Boyd & Fraser Publishing Co.)• Developed prospect tracking add-in for Microsoft Outlook in Visual Basic. (Building Construction,Inc)2

• Developed AutoCAD VBA application to export attribute data embedded in P&ID blocks to anAccess database. Also designed and built database, custom user interface, and extensive blocklibrary for the project.• Wrote AutoLisp routine to create DXF files to import into Adobe Illustrator 7.0 via MAPublisherplug-in. Routine scanned drawing and replaced entity types not supported by Adobe/MAPublisherimport filter with visually equivalent objects the filter did support. (Cartographic Solutions)• Wrote Visual Basic program to import AutoCAD DXF files into Adobe Illustrator 7 and apply fill,stroke, and/or text attributes to imported objects on a layer-by-layer basis based on values storedin an Access database table. Program made extensive use of Windows API calls becauseIllustrator 7 had no macro language. (Cartographic Solutions)• Wrote database-driven VBA application with menu-based user interface to enforce company’sAutoCAD drawing standards & reduce map construction times. (Cartographic Solutions)• Developed Visual Basic front end and animated splash screen for medical billing program.(Unisys)• Developed all aspects of interactive screen-based tutorial for reading Hysterosalpingogram films.Program utilized an Access database containing background data, patient histories, scannedfilms, and question-answer-feedback sequences. (University of California Irvine Medical Center)Created full-featured Microsoft Access database applications a follows:• Developed multi-user surgery scheduling database in Microsoft Access. Application trackedpatient data, schedules, diagnoses, procedures, hospital resource requirements, etc. (CancerCare Northwest)• Developed a series of database applications in Microsoft Access to track memberships, groupreservations, volunteers, and charitable contributions. (Children’s Museum of Spokane)Provided technical illustration and graphic design services as follows:• Produced software screens based on AutoCAD P&ID drawings for a Windows-based process andcontrol application. Also developed library of component bitmaps for C++ sprite controls.• Built 3D architectural models of apartment and office complexes in AutoCAD, then generatedphoto-realistic renderings from various points of view for of each of the projects usingAccuRender. (Building Construction Inc., Inland Construction, The Wolff Company)• Created photorealistic renderings and 4-color artwork for textbooks about computers. Createdshort animation sequences for disk-based tutorial series (Boyd & Fraser Publishing Company)• Created approximately 40 command button & display list bitmaps of assorted sizes for use inWindows-based newsroom software. (Dynatech Newstar)• Built 3D surface models of refrigerated display cases in AutoCAD and generated renderedimages of cases in 3D Studio. (Federal Industries)• Developed splash screen animation of rotating DNA double helix for genetic database programin 3D Studio. Also created icons and command button bitmaps for program. (GenomeInternational Corp)• Used 3D Studio to create a series of 3D animations depicting the operation of three differentbone scanning systems for use in a patent trial. (Lunar Corporation)• Prepared artwork for medical textbooks, journals, grant applications, and slide presentations.(University of California Irvine Medical Center)• Designed logo, product labels, and four-color brochure for new line of infant formula. (US Foods& Pharmaceuticals)3

Designed and documented electromechanical products as follows:• Worked on electromechanical packaging design of home fetal monitoring system to reduceEMI/RFI emissions, simplify assembly, and improve serviceability. Generated all fabrication &assembly documentation for project. Tracked & implemented all ECOs. (Carelink Corp)• Designed & documented audio amplifier enclosure. (Electronic Systems Development)• Developed numerous mechanical packaging layouts for electronic & optical equipment used inair monitoring systems. Generated fabrication drawings for sheet metal enclosures, machinedparts, castings, and cable assemblies. Prepared 2D and 3D illustrations for proposals & productliterature. Developed company AutoCAD standards. Automated plotting procedures. (MidacCorp)Provided Windows-based network administration and computer support services as follows:• Served as LAN administrator for a 20-person architectural firm. (Building Construction, Inc)• Set up network consisting of 8 local users and one remote user. (Building Systems General)• Provided system configuration & maintenance services. Recommended hardware purchases.(Boyd & Fraser Publishing)• Maintained network consisting of a Windows NT Server, four workstations, and numerous users.(Children’s Museum of Spokane)Set up Windows workgroup-based network consisting of four point-of-sale terminals (barcode reader,digital camera, receipt printers, and computer-activated cash drawer). Performed light training andperiodic maintenance services. (Pinacle Health & Fitness)Set up network consisting of 5 computers, 3 print servers, and a LAN modem. Set up Internet access ande-mail accounts for all users (Zingg Design)Engineering Graphics ManagerIntelligent Instrumentation, Inc.; July, 1984 – June, 1990Managed a two-man department that produced all types of engineering documentation for a family ofdata acquisition and control products. Set objectives. Scheduled, assigned, and tracked projects.Prepared quarterly reports. Conducted performance reviews. Computerized Engineering GraphicsDepartment operations. Developed AutoCAD system capabilities and constructed extensive libraries of2D and 3D parts. Established internal documentation and AutoCAD standards. Designed internal partnumbering system. Co-authored engineering change policies and procedures. Wrote, coordinated, andimplemented ECOs. Created and maintained product configuration and component databases.Purchased, installed, and maintained PC hardware and software..Datapanel DesignerTEC, Inc.; May, 1983 – July, 1984Designed datapanel assemblies and output production artwork for multicolor silkscreen graphics,embossing tooling, PCB layouts, and steel rule dies using a Computervision CAD system, Gerber photoplotter, and a variety of darkroom equipment. Built prototype units. Generated complete documentationfor all designs. Implemented artwork ID system. Developed standard drawing notes.Membrane Switch DesignerEECO, Inc.; October, 1981 – April, 1983Designed and generated camera-ready artwork for production of membrane switch graphics, circuitry,and tooling. Utilized and maintained darkroom facilities that included a computer-controlled processcamera. Wrote process summaries for production. Conducted study to determine feasibility of convertingfrom manual to CAD-based design methods. Researched ways to integrate CAD and manual artworkproduction techniques. Proposed new system for documenting product designs. Developed outline fordesign standards manual. Wrote glossary of membrane switch terms for distribution to customers.4

Drafting/Graphics Services ContractorRichard D. Irwin; July, 1981 – September, 1981Developed page layout specifications and prepared camera-ready line art illustrations for college-levelbusiness management textbooks.Hughes Aircraft; July, 1980 – June, 1981Prepared panel artwork and a variety of electromechanical drawings on Computervision CAD/CAMequipment for missile systems test equipment. Output NC tapes to control a Wiedemann punch press.Omega Communications; September, 1979 – July, 1980Output body text and item type on a typesetting system for brochures, pamphlets, and newsletters.Allis-Chalmers; January, 1979 – August, 1979Designed wiring harness systems for industrial-grade forklift trucks and supervised subsequent assemblyand installation procedures. Drafted schematics, wiring harness assembly and installation drawings,component details, and BOMs. Drafted mechanical details, assemblies, weldments, and burn templatesfor steel frame members.EDUCATION80 credit hours completed towards a B.S. degree in Computer Engineering at the University of ArizonaREFERENCES• Michael SchumacherVP of Technical SolutionsPacifiCADSpokane WA800-722-2621mike@pacificad.com• Todd SwanstromEngineering ManagerWestern Trailer CompanyBoise, ID208-908-5886tswanstrom@westerntrailer.com• Rocky DeBuhrCAD ManagerCentral PremixSpokane, WA509-536-3315debuhr@cprestress.com• Franklin DayAssistant Director of Special ServicesMead School DistrictMead, WA509-465-7605fday@mead.k12.wa.us5