CAD Team Lead – 3D Design & CAD Tech Leader

Lippert; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with employer match

Vacation days

Holiday & personal days

Job summary

Lippert is seeking a forward-thinking CAD Team Lead who will manage a team of CAD Technicians, drive standards, and deliver precise chassis frame drawings for external OEM customers. You will lead, mentor, and delegate, ensuring drawings meet Lippert RV best practices while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, organizational skills, and a proactive approach to cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.

Qualifications

• 3D CAD software experience.
• SolidWorks experience highly preferred.
• PDM/PLM software experience a plus.
• Highly motivated and passionate leader of people.
• Strong organization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and grow a team of CAD Technicians.
• Delegate work to CAD techs based on priorities.
• Ensure all drawings are accurately created and maintained to customer specifications while complying with Lippert RV Best Practices and organizational standards.
• Manage and implement internal/external cost savings and/or standardization initiatives.
• Assist in establishing and/or upgrading internal drafting and workflow standards and practices.
• Consistently use metrics to improve or maintain efficiency and quality of work.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and intercompany personnel.
• Aid in the training of new hires and continued support of team members software and product questions.
• Collaborate with intercompany personnel to achieve corporate, divisional and department goals.
• Self-motivated and possess a high level of personal initiative and accountability.

Skills

3D CAD

SolidWorks

PDM/PLM

Leadership

Time management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Lippert is seeking a forward-thinking CAD Team Lead who will manage a team of CAD Technicians, drive standards, and deliver precise chassis frame drawings for external OEM customers. You will lead, mentor, and delegate, ensuring drawings meet Lippert RV best practices while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, organizational skills, and a proactive approach to cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.