AK Automation & Design

We are a Michigan-based team of mechanical engineers and software developers specializing in automation design, advanced CAD modeling, and engineering software solutions. As the founders of AK Automation & Design, we bring decades of combined experience serving the automotive, manufacturing, and product development industries.

WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE US:
• Proven Track Record – Consistently rated among the top 3% of freelancers on Upwork with
a 100% client satisfaction rate.
• Broad CAD Expertise – Proficient across AutoCAD, BricsCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, Solid Edge,
Catia, NX, Fusion 360, and Fides.
• End-to-End Capabilities – From concept through production, we deliver 2D layouts, 3D models,
manufacturing drawings, and turnkey automation solutions.
• Certified Software Development – As an Authorized Autodesk Developer, we create robust
programs to automate workflows, streamline data sharing, and reduce engineering costs
(AutoLISP, Visual LISP, VBA, Python, .NET, and ObjectARX).
• Rapid Prototyping & 3D Printing – In-house FDM printing (PLA, PETG, TPU, Nylon, PVC,
ASA. PCTG, Polycarbonate, with Glass or Carbon Fiber blends) and 8K MSLA resin printing
for high-resolution prototypes.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
• Automotive body-in-white welding systems (MIG, spot, projection, drawn arc)
• Custom fixtures, tooling, material handling, conveyors, and powertrain assembly systems
• CAD automation, custom libraries, and project engineering tools
• CNC post processors and calibration/engraving system automation
• 3D scanning, model repair, and reverse engineering
• Rapid prototyping and small-batch production runs

OUR IMPACT:
Our solutions consistently improve quality, increase productivity, and lower engineering costs. For example:
• Reduced IC chip mapping process from 30 hours to 10 minutes with zero errors for Intel.
• Delivered custom CNC post processors for a confidential client under NDA.
• Automated calibration and engraving workflows for Universal Flow Monitors, extending life
of legacy equipment.
• Built Visual Basic tools for GM to parse BOMs and recommend spare parts lists for complex
tooling assemblies.