CAD Manager

Job summary

Establish and maintain company-wide CAD standards, templates, libraries, automation, and model-based workflows across mechanical, civil, and process disciplines. Administer CAD data systems and infrastructure, lead drafting and modeling, implement quality and document-control processes, and support users and project teams through training and technical coordination.

Job details

THE OPPORTUNITY: Our client is a recognized leader in the environmental water technology space, with a growing portfolio of proprietary treatment solutions deployed across North America and internationally. As a fast-scaling engineering organization, they are building the infrastructure to support their next phase of growth – and the Senior CAD Manager is a pivotal hire in that journey. This is a rare opportunity to step into a newly elevated, senior-level role with genuine ownership and influence. You won’t be inheriting a polished system – you’ll be the architect of it. From defining standards and building content libraries to leading 3D model-based workflows across mechanical, civil, and process disciplines, this role sits at the intersection of technical leadership and hands-on production. If you are energized by building something from the ground up in an organization that values your expertise, this is the role for you. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Lead & Define CAD Standards *Own company-wide CAD standards – layers, naming conventions, title blocks, sheet sets, text and dimension styles – across mechanical, civil, and process disciplines. *Develop and maintain discipline templates, CAD handbooks, quick-reference guides, and gold-standard sample models and drawings. *Author and deploy automation tools (scripts, LISP routines, Revit/Inventor macros, Vault/PDM automations) to reduce manual effort and minimize errors. 3D Modeling & Implementation *Define and drive the implementation of a new 3D and model-based CAD program for equipment and facilities – from establishing modeling standards to day-to-day hands-on drafting and modeling. *Develop and maintain master equipment models, parametric parts, and feature libraries at appropriate levels of deployment for each project stage. *Serve as the lead drafter and modeler on key projects, standards, and initiatives. CAD Infrastructure & Administration *Administer AutoCAD Vault and SolidWorks PDM environments – managing users, groups, lifecycle states, replication, and backups. *Coordinate with IT on CAD workstation and rendering resources; manage application configurations, tool palettes, and add-ins. *Evaluate, pilot, and lead CAD software upgrades and integrations with partners, clients, and internal users. Workflow, Data & Quality Control *Design repeatable, scalable workflows for submittals, fabrication packages, and as-built documentation; automate BOM’s and schedules from models. *Implement rigorous QA/QC – standards compliance checks, XREF audits, annotation consistency, clash detection, and pre-release checklists. *Own revision control, transmittal logs, archival processes, and retention policies for all CAD deliverables across departments. Technical Leadership & Collaboration *Serve as the escalation point for complex CAD issues and deliver targeted training, skills workshops, and tool orientations to internal users. *Integrate CAD outputs with engineering analyses; interpret and configure workflows to meet client CAD and digital delivery requirements. *Coordinate model and data exchanges with vendors, contractors, and external partners to ensure consistency and traceability. EXPERIENCE THAT MATTERS: Required: *5+ years of direct CAD experience with active, recent hands-on production work; prior CAD administration experience is required. *Expert proficiency with Autodesk tools – AutoCAD/AutoCAD LT, Inventor, and/or Revit – with demonstrated experience in a multi-discipline engineering environment. *Vault and/or SolidWorks PDM administration experience is a strong asset. *Proven track record authoring CAD standards, automating workflows, and improving team-wide processes. *Diploma or Associate Degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field; Bachelor’s degree is an asset. Bonus: *Familiarity with SolidWorks and experience integrating it alongside Autodesk ecosystems. *Working knowledge of engineering principles and/or exposure to industrial or infrastructure environments (water, wastewater, municipal, or similar). *Experience implementing new model-based CAD programs in a growing or evolving organization. Who You Are: *A hands-on technical leader who is equally comfortable defining strategy and doing the work. *Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. *An effective communicator who can translate technical CAD concepts for engineering, project and client-facing teams. *Self-directed and adaptable – you thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift and your initiative is valued.

What you’ll do

Establish and maintain company-wide CAD standards, templates, libraries, automation, and model-based workflows across mechanical, civil, and process disciplines. Administer CAD data systems and infrastructure, lead drafting and modeling, implement quality and document-control processes, and support users and project teams through training and technical coordination.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of recent hands-on CAD production experience, prior CAD administration experience, and expert proficiency with Autodesk tools in a multidisciplinary engineering environment. A drafting, engineering technology, or related diploma or associate degree is required; experience with CAD standards, workflow automation, Vault or SolidWorks PDM, and process improvement is also sought.

Listed skills

• AutoCAD · Preferred
• 3D Modeling · Preferred
• Workflow Design · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• CAD Standards Development
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk Inventor
• Revit
• CAD Administration
• Vault Administration
• SolidWorks PDM
• 3D Modeling
• Parametric Modeling
• CAD Automation
• LISP Scripting
• Workflow Design
• BOM and Schedule Automation
• QA/QC
• Revision Control
• Technical Training

Job areas

• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Technology

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