Job Details
Job Location
Atlanta, GA - Kennesaw, GA
Position Type
Full Time
Description
At LDX Solutions, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and innovation. As a leading environmental solutions company, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality products/services to our customers while maintaining ethical and sustainable business practices. We believe in fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, and we are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as the CAD Design Lead.
The CAD Design Lead will have overall responsibility for the mechanical design drawing creation in the APC division. This position will report to the Engineering Manager and will build and maintain a data driven CAD program for the design and execution of Air Pollution Control equipment projects. The position will also be responsible for enforcement of CAD and design standards seeing that the design engineers are meeting design deadlines with consistent and high quality drawings.
Roles & Responsibilities:

• Oversee the implementation, customization, and maintenance of Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and Autodesk Construction Cloud and other tools.
• Develop and enforce CAD standards and best practices to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Manage the drawing workload among the team of mechanical design engineers.
• Utilize Autodesk Construction Cloud and other data analysis tools to gather and analyze project data, ensuring accurate reporting on project progress, productivity, and standards adherence.
• Generate regular reports for management, providing insights into key performance indicators and recommending improvements.
• Train and mentor CAD professionals.
• Assist the Engineering Manager with performance reviews and facilitating professional development for team members.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams of mechanical design, electrical design, and process engineering to understand project requirements and provide CAD support.
• Foster collaboration between CAD teams at different locations (Kennesaw, GA/Eugene, OR/Ruston, LA/Redmond, WA) to ensure consistency in design processes.
• Collaborate with project managers to define CAD scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and ensure CAD resources are allocated appropriately.
• Develop and conduct training programs for CAD users to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for CAD software-related issues.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in CAD technology.
• Evaluate and recommend new CAD tools and technologies that align with the company's needs.
• Occasional travel to business unit sites or training opportunities (less than 10%)
• Provide leadership and direction to the CAD team across multiple locations.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative environment to enhance productivity and creativity within the CAD department.

Qualifications
Skills & Abilities:
Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
- Exposure to Navisworks a plus
- Exposure to Advanced Steel a plus
- Exposure to Solidworks a plus
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Must have good oral and written communications skills.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
Focused and efficient with time management and meeting deadlines.
Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow in a professional environment.
Design and field experience with heavy industrial equipment a plus.
Qualifications:
BS or associate in engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
3 years of experience in a CAD management role, preferably in a multi-location environment.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience in data analysis and reporting.
Project based business experience is a plus.