CAD Engineering Manager

Greetings from Teknikoz

Experience: 10+ Years

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced CAD Engineering Manager to lead our team in developing and implementing KBE solutions for our ETO products. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of electrical and mechanical design principles, experience with platforms like Rulestream and AutoCAD, and a proven track record of driving process improvements through KBE. This role will be responsible for managing a team of engineers, developing KBE strategies, and ensuring the successful implementation of KBE tools to streamline our design and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities:

KBE Strategy & Development:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive KBE strategy to automate and optimize design and engineering processes for ETO products.

• Identify and evaluate opportunities for KBE implementation across various product lines and design workflows.

• Define and maintain KBE standards, guidelines, and best practices.

Team Leadership & Management:

• Lead and mentor a team of KBE engineers, providing technical guidance and support.

• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure successful KBE implementation.

• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Rulestream & AutoCAD Expertise:

• Lead the development and maintenance of KBE applications using Rulestream.

• Integrate Rulestream with AutoCAD and other design tools to automate design tasks.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to Rulestream and AutoCAD.

• Ensure proper data flow between CAD and KBE systems.

ETO Process Optimization:

• Analyze existing ETO design and manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement through KBE.

• Develop and implement KBE solutions to reduce design cycle time, improve design accuracy, and enhance product quality.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, manufacturing, quality) to ensure seamless KBE integration.

Documentation & Training:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for KBE applications and processes.

• Provide training and support to engineers and other stakeholders on KBE tools and methodologies.

• Maintain well documented libraries of rules and configurations.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay up-to-date on the latest KBE technologies and industry trends.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance KBE capabilities and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering, with a focus on ETO industries.

• Proven experience in developing and implementing KBE solutions using Rulestream.

• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD for electrical and mechanical design.

• Excellent understanding of electrical and mechanical design principles and practices.

• Experience with database management and data integration.

• Strong project management and leadership skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience with other CAD/CAM/CAE software is a plus.

• Understanding of configuration management.

• Experience in creating and maintaining complex rule sets.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with other KBE platforms.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.

• Experience with PLM/PDM systems.