Belcan Workforce Solutions is seeking a Process Plant and Equipment (PP&E / Tooling) Mechanical CAD Manager. This client-side role reports to the Operations Manager and supports both the Strategic Service Manager and the Integration & Efficiencies Manager. The permanent position offers hybrid working (2-3 days on-site per week) and is based in Reading.
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The Mechanical CAD Manager will support CAD, BIM, Surveying, Compliance, Data Analytics, Handover and Tooling on client sites with a team of around 70 people. This role involves managing a team of Mechanical CAD Designers & Engineers using Inventor, supporting Manufacturing Engineers, Operational Facilities, Production Agencies, and Programmes. The Mechanical CAD Manager will align and manage Mechanical CAD services with standards and client procedures, develop and implement Mechanical CAD (Process Plant & Equipment) standards, and provide continual improvement and efficiencies in the service.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Promoting standardised, efficient practices in creating and managing Hierarchical Model sets.
2. Overseeing the organisation of models, parts, and data using hierarchical assembly structures.
3. Working with project resources to rationalize requirements and identify solutions.
4. Managing central office and remote project-based resources.
5. Ensuring efficient communication within the Managed Service hierarchy and customer organization.
6. Ensuring suitably qualified and experienced resources meet project requirements.
7. Overseeing project budgets, estimating, and delivery programmes.
8. Identifying opportunities for workflow efficiencies and continuous improvement.
9. Working with the Compliance team to understand project baselines and develop reporting methodologies.
Qualifications for the Mechanical CAD Manager include:
1. A degree or HNC/D in an engineering subject or equivalent.
2. Advanced knowledge of Modelling principles and CAD Authoring packages (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD).
3. Advanced knowledge of Hierarchical Assembly Data and common data environments (e.g., Vault, Teamcenter).
4. Understanding of manufacturing and engineering methods and processes.
5. Leadership/management experience.
6. Digital integration of Mechanical CAD deliverables with other discipline systems.
7. Advanced knowledge of collaboration software.
Benefits for the Mechanical CAD Manager position include:
1. A company car or cash allowance.
2. Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan.
3. Life assurance scheme.
4. 25 days annual leave plus the ability to buy additional leave.
5. A discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones, etc.).
6. Flexible/hybrid working.
7. Family-friendly policies.
8. Employee assistance.
9. Professional development opportunities.
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