CAD Manager

The Position

Contech Engineered Solutions is seeking a CAD Manager to lead our team of CAD Technicians in support of our national sales and engineering operations. This leadership role bridges design execution with technical strategy, ensuring drawing accuracy, timely project delivery, and collaboration across departments. The ideal candidate brings technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Why Should You Apply?

• Contech empowers you. We value you as a person and equip you to succeed.
• Work in a team-oriented environment where collaboration is a priority.
• Grow with an industry leader known for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution.
• A comprehensive benefits package with options to choose what works best for you and your family.

About the role:

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise, support, and develop a team of CAD Technicians.
• Communicate performance expectations and align individual efforts with company goals.
• Conduct regular team meetings to foster collaboration and team cohesion.
• Provide regular feedback, coaching, and recognition to promote employee development.
• Create and maintain active development/work plans for each team member.
• Guide recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new CAD staff.

Drawing & Drafting Oversight

• Enforce company standards for all CAD drawings (project and non-project related).
• Support the Sales Teams by producing shop drawings as needed.
• Utilize AutoCAD, Tekla Structures, and Excel daily to complete and review drawings.
• Ensure all standard and typical drawings and templates are current and accurate.

Process & Software Management

• Oversee and optimize the use of drafting software across the team.
• Collaborate with the Computer Systems Analyst to maintain and improve automation tools.
• Partner with R&D to develop models for new or revised products.

Resource Planning & Reporting

• Balance workloads and ensure efficient distribution of project-specific tasks.
• Provide performance reports to senior management as required.
• Support organizational planning through strategic input on team capacity and resources.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a liaison between CAD Technicians, Sales, R&D, and other internal teams.
• Work with external vendors to meet project drawing needs as necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum of 10 years of drafting experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong math and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans and technical drawings.
• Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate cross-functionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in engineering or construction-related industries.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication processes, procedures and shop detail requirements.
• Working knowledge of steel fabrication welds and materials.
• Strong familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Tekla Structures.

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