CAD Design Supervisor – Engineering CAD

Software Placement Group; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement program

Tuition assistance

Company-paid life insurance

Short & long-term disability

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a CAD Design Supervisor in Lebanon, Tennessee to lead the Engineering CAD Department. The role oversees CAD Designers, manages documentation, and supports new product development while serving as the site expert for CAD and PLM systems.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years CAD design, 2+ years leadership, strong SolidWorks skills, and a collaborative leadership style. Expect on-site responsibilities with a clear path for growth and impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional CAD Design experience.
• 2+ years leading CAD Designers or Drafters.
• SolidWorks expertise.
• Experience managing engineering drawings and documentation.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a team of CAD Designers and CAD Operators.
• Establish department priorities and allocate resources.
• Review and approve drawings, 3D models, and documentation.
• Support ECO/ECR and PCP processes.
• Maintain CAD drafting standards, PDM and PLM systems.
• Serve as CAD software administrator and trainer.
• Coordinate with Project Engineers and Engineering Managers.
• Conduct drawing audits for compliance.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with hiring, performance reviews, and budgeting.
• Perform hands-on CAD design work as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Team development

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in CAD Design/Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

PLM

SAP PLM

Job description

Location: Lebanon, Tennessee | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: Up to $90,000 base + up to 8.5% annual bonus

Overview

A global manufacturing leader is seeking a CAD Design Supervisor to lead its Engineering CAD Department at its Lebanon, Tennessee manufacturing facility. This highly visible leadership role oversees CAD Designers, manages engineering documentation, supports new product development, and serves as the site's technical expert for CAD and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.

What you'll do

• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop a team of CAD Designers and CAD Operators
• Establish department priorities and assign engineering design resources
• Review and approve engineering drawings, 3D models, and documentation
• Support Engineering Change Orders (ECO/ECR) and Product Change Process (PCP)
• Maintain CAD drafting standards and best practices
• Manage CAD Data Management (PDM) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
• Serve as the site's CAD software administrator and technical resource
• Support SolidWorks administration, upgrades, and user training
• Coordinate engineering documentation with Project Engineers and Engineering Managers
• Conduct drawing audits to ensure compliance with company standards
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that improve productivity and design quality
• Assist with hiring, coaching, performance evaluations, and employee development
• Review weekly timecards and assist with departmental budgeting
• Perform hands-on CAD design work when needed

Required qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in CAD Design, Engineering, Drafting, or related technical discipline
• 5+ years of professional CAD Design experience
• 2+ years leading or supervising CAD Designers or Drafters
• Strong experience using SolidWorks
• Experience managing engineering drawings and documentation
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Positive, collaborative, "can-do" attitude
• Ability to motivate and develop people

Preferred qualifications

• CAD Department leadership experience
• CAD Data Management (PDM)
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
• SAP PLM
• Engineering Change Management
• Manufacturing environment experience
• Configuration Management
• Engineering documentation control
• SolidWorks administration

Compensation and benefits

• 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

Why this role

This is a highly visible leadership position with an established global manufacturer, offering the chance to influence engineering standards, work directly with engineering leadership, and enjoy strong long-term career growth.