CAD Design Supervisor (Engineering)

Client Company | Lebanon, Tennessee

Up to $90,000 Base + 8.5% Annual Bonus
Relocation Assistance Available
U.S. Citizens and Green Card Holders Welcome

Lead a High-Performing CAD Design Team

Are you a seasoned CAD leader who thrives on guiding designers, enhancing engineering processes, and fostering team success?

Our client, a prominent global manufacturing entity, is in search of a CAD Design Supervisor to oversee its Engineering CAD Department at the manufacturing facility in Lebanon, Tennessee.

This key position entails supervising CAD Designers, managing engineering documentation, supporting new product development, and acting as the site's go-to expert for CAD and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.

This opening is suitable for individuals currently holding roles such as:

• CAD Department Supervisor
• CAD Team Lead
• CAD Manager
• Design Supervisor
• Senior CAD Designer with leadership experience
• Engineering Design Lead

If you are passionate about developing individuals, streamlining processes, and collaborating with engineering teams in a dynamic manufacturing setting, we would love to connect with you.

Why This Opportunity?

✔ Direct an established CAD Design Department

✔ Prominent leadership role

✔ Work closely with Engineering Leadership

✔ Influence engineering standards and best practices

✔ Reliable global manufacturing company

✔ Excellent long-term growth potential

✔ Relocation Assistance Available

✔ Up to 8.5% Annual Bonus

What You'll Do

You will oversee the daily operations of the CAD Design Department while supporting engineering projects from inception to production.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervising, coaching, mentoring, and developing a team of CAD Designers and CAD Operators
• Establishing departmental priorities and assigning engineering design resources
• Reviewing and approving engineering drawings, 3D models, and documentation
• Supporting Engineering Change Orders (ECO/ECR) and Product Change Process (PCP)
• Maintaining CAD drafting standards and best practices
• Managing CAD Data Management (PDM) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
• Serving as the site's CAD software administrator and technical resource
• Supporting SolidWorks administration, upgrades, and user training
• Coordinating engineering documentation with Project Engineers and Engineering Managers
• Conducting drawing audits to ensure compliance with company standards
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and design quality
• Assisting with hiring, coaching, performance evaluations, and employee development
• Reviewing weekly timecards and assisting with departmental budgeting
• Engaging in hands-on CAD design work as needed

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in CAD Design, Engineering, Drafting, or related technical field
• 5+ years of professional CAD Design experience
• 2+ years leading or supervising CAD Designers or Drafters
• Extensive experience with SolidWorks
• Experience in managing engineering drawings and documentation
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Positive, collaborative, "can-do" demeanor
• Capacity to motivate and develop individuals

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in CAD Department leadership
• CAD Data Management (PDM)
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
• SAP PLM
• Engineering Change Management
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Configuration Management
• Background in engineering documentation control
• Skill in SolidWorks administration

We're Especially Interested In Candidates Who...

• Have overseen CAD Designers—beyond using CAD software
• Enjoy mentoring and cultivating engineering talent
• Are adept at enhancing processes while promoting a positive team culture
• Are comfortable balancing leadership duties with occasional hands-on design work
• Thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting

Compensation

• Base Salary: Up to $90,000
• Target Bonus: Up to 8.5%
• Relocation Assistance Available
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Excellent Career Growth Opportunities

About Lebanon, Tennessee

Located just east of Nashville, Lebanon provides a superior quality of life with affordable housing, outstanding schools, and convenient access to one of the nation's fastest-growing urban areas.

Enjoy the advantages of residing near Nashville while working for a well-established global manufacturer with a rich history of investing in its employees.