CAD Manager
Reading/Hybrid
Staff
Competitive Salary
Must be eligible for UK SC Clearance
My Client is currently looking for an experienced CAD Manager for a permanent staff role based in Reading
Description
My Client who provides a managed service for a major Defence Contractor’s Configuration Management function. Based on the clients’ sites, they provide support to CAD, BIM, Surveying, Compliance, Data Analytics, Handover & Tooling with a team of approximately 70 people.
As a client-side CAD Manager, you will be reporting to the Operations Manager and supporting both the Strategic Service Manager & the Integration & Efficiencies Manager.
You will be responsible for the management of a team of Mechanical CAD Designers & Engineers utilising Inventor, supporting a customer base of Manufacturing Engineers, Operational Facilities, Production Agencies and/or Programmes across the company, in the provision of equipment that meets the needs of manufacturing processes within delegated areas of responsibility.
This role requires an on-site presence of up to 2/3 days per week.
Key Objectives
Alignment and management of Mechanical CAD Service in line with a suite of standards & client procedures.
Development and implementation of Mechanical CAD (Process Plant & Equipment) Standards in line with client requirements.
Providing Continual Improvement and efficiencies in the service
Identifying solutions utilising suitable resource across the differing functions within the Managed Service, a one stop shop approach.
Ownership and management of project budgets to ensure efficient profitable delivery through regular task reviews and application of robust project controls.
Governance over application of estimating methodology, ensuring audibility to Client Management team.
Provide a professional Mechanical CAD service to customers; producing and reviewing model & asset information using appropriate process, people and technology
About You
Degree or HNC/D in an engineering subject or equivalent.
Experience in a leadership/management role within a similar field
Experience of Digital Integration of Mechanical CAD deliverables with other discipline systems i.e. Asset Management, BIM, Facilities CAD, GIS
Ability to interrogate data and present results to match client requirements
Understanding of manufacturing & engineering methods and processes.
Must be willing and able to complete security clearance, potentially up to DV level
Advanced knowledge of the following:
- Modelling principles
- Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD other software packages
- Equipment Data and its application within the sector
- Hierarchical Assembly Data
- Common data environment and Electronic Data Management Systems such as Vault, Teamcenter
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.
We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for CAD Manager looking for new employment