Global Engineering CAD Manager

Job Description

Job Description

BUILT TO CONNECT

At Astec, we believe in the power of connection and the importance of building long-lasting relationships with our employees, customers and the communities we call home. With a team more than 4,000 strong, our employees are our #1 advantage. We invest in skills training and provide opportunities for career development to help you grow along with the business. We offer programs that support physical safety, as well as benefits and resources to enhance total health and wellbeing, so you can be your best at work and at home.

Our equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that connects us to each other and to the goods and services we use. We are an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we are using new technology and data like never before.

We’re looking for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect with us today and build your career at Astec.

 

LOCATION: Chattanooga, TN or Burlington, WI. Corporate relocation assistance is available.

 

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Manager, Global CAD Admin role is to ensure the stable operation of in-house CAD software within Astec. This includes developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all CAD installations across the enterprise. The role will promote and ensure global standards in CAD. The position will also analyze and resolve user CAD program issues in a timely and accurate fashion. The Manager, Global CAD Admin is responsible for consolidating all sites to the Solidworks CAD platform.

 

Deliverables & Responsibilities

· Develop and coordinate network procedures and protocols for storage of CAD data and designs on shared servers and/or networked hard drives. Administer and maintain CAD information repository database.

· Recommend strategies for document management as it relates to CAD user outputs, including collection, revision, and archiving.

· Recommend server storage space allotments, resource reservations, and directory assistance.

· Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated plans for CAD software administration and appropriate use.

· Where necessary, assist in migration projects to newer versions of CAD applications.

· Install, configure, manager, and administer CAD software, related hardware, and any other corresponding IT assets to ensure trouble-free operation by CAD users.

· Establish service level agreements with CAD users and provide on-call technical support for these users.

· Analyze current CAD application usage and plan for growth or increases in software licensing and network capacity.

· Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements, upgrades, and/or purchases.

· Liaise and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure and maintain CAD software, products, and services.

· Conduct research on new and emerging CAD technologies or technologies that can be leveraged through existing CAD investments. Attend seminars and receive training, as necessary.

· Identify and resolve system issues

 

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

· Bachelor’s degree in the field of computer science, engineering, or related degree

· 5+ years direct experience operating, programming, and administrating CAD applications (i.e. Autodesk, SolidWorks, etc.)

· Proven experience in overseeing the direction, development, and implementation of CAD software solutions

· At least 3 years direct experience in the manufacturing industry

· Experience supporting a Global, multi-location business

· Ability to build relationships with people at all levels, including executive management

· Must be able to manage and train people

· Demonstrated project management skills is required. Must be able to organize and manage multiple projects and priorities.

· Strong knowledge of system and software quality assurance best practices and methodologies

· Attention to detail is required.

· Must be highly self-motivated.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision is required.

· Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is required.

· Must be able to solve problems at both a strategic and functional level.

· Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills are required.

· Must be able to work satisfactorily as a team member.

· Ability to effectively speak publicly and make presentations is required.

· Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals is required.

 

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations

· The CAD Administrators reports to this role.

· Oversight over all CAD platforms from IT perspective.

· Influence and lead major Solidworks project.

 

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

· Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers

· Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business

· Respect for all individuals

· Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation

· Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

 

Travel Requirements: Up to 5% Domestic and International travel is required; heavier during project implementations.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury in an office environment and occasionally a manufacturing shop plant environment. Duties include a typical office setting including extensive computer work, sitting or standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.