Manager, CAD

Job DescriptionAbout the Role:As a CAD Manager, you will work on a variety of high-impact initiatives spanning team leadership, technology modernization, and new capability development in support of Wabash's engineering and business growth objectives. Activities include modernizing CAD processes and modeling standards, leading the transition from Cideon to SAP ECTR, establishing data governance standards, and building net-new capabilities in product configuration and ecommerce 3D visualization. This is a newly created role with a clear transformation mandate -- you will set direction and lead a team while also being hands-on in the tools when it matters. This position will collaborate cross-functionally with product engineering, manufacturing, IT, sales, and ecommerce teams to ensure CAD data and automation capabilities are aligned with and actively enabling broader business goals.YourResponsibilities:Lead the CAD team which supports production, customer facing visualization initiatives, and ecommerceAct as the primary CAD authority for internal stakeholders including product engineering, manufacturing, ecommerce, sales, and ITRepresent the CAD function in design reviews, program planning sessions, and technology roadmap discussionsShape the future structure of the team -- identify capability gaps, define new roles, and build a hiring roadmap aligned to the expanded missionSupport the engineering data management roadmap -- serve as the CAD team's representative in data system planning and rollout, and drive adoption of data management standards within the teamLead the transition and implementation of SAP ECTR as the primary CAD stakeholder -- coordinating with IT and implementation partners to ensure CAD workflows and data standards are effectively represented throughout the rolloutDefine and enforce SOLIDWORKS modeling standards, templates, and best-practice guidelines that align with ECTR data structures and downstream SAP ERP integrationEvaluate, select, and lead implementation of a product configuration platform -- DriveWorks or equivalent -- to automate the generation of configured product models and drawings across Wabash product linesCollaborate with engineering, sales, and product management to capture configuration logic, option rules, and BOM structures for the configurator build-outPartner with the ecommerce team to develop and maintain 3D product assets that support the online parts catalog and visual product experiencesSupport sales and customer engagement initiatives with configured 3D build-outs and visual representations of customer-specified trailer configurationsManage and develop a team including an onsite CAD supervisor, an offshore CAD supervisor, and CAD designersEstablish KPIs and throughput metrics for the team; manage workload prioritization across production CAD and special projectsEffectively coordinate offshore resources, including workflow management, quality review, and cross-time-zone communicationOther duties as assignedLet's Talk About Your Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related discipline5+ years of professional experience in a CAD-intensive engineering environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacityExpert-level proficiency in SOLIDWORKS, including part, assembly, and drawing environmentsHands-on experience with SAP-integrated CAD/document management environments -- Cideon, SAP ECTR, or equivalent SAP engineering document management systemsStrong understanding of engineering data management principles: revision control, BOM structure, document workflows, and ERP integrationProven ability to lead teams through organizational and technology changeExcellent communication skills; able to translate technical CAD and data concepts for engineering, IT, sales, and leadership stakeholdersOrganized, self-directed, and effective in a role where strategy and process are still being definedDirect experience with SAP ECTR implementation, configuration, or administration preferredHands-on experience with DriveWorks or another product configurator / design automation platform preferredFamiliarity with ecommerce 3D data needs -- lightweight formats, interactive visualization tools, or illustrated parts catalog authoring (e.g., SOLIDWORKS Composer) a plusBackground in transportation, trailer manufacturing, heavy equipment, or similarly complex, custom configured-product industries a plusLeadership Attributes:At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about:Embrace Diversity and Inclusion -- Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusivenessSeek to Listen -- Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisionsAlways Learn -- Strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quoBe Authentic -- Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you doWin Together -- Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One WabashJoin us in turning ideas into world-changing realities. Curate and build your high-impact professional career at Wabash!Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated associates.#LI-Onsite Job DetailsJob Type: Full-timeCategory: EngineeringSalaried: Salaried