We're Hiring: CAD Manager (Piping) – VERDON | BelgiumCourcelles, Wallonia Region, BelgiumIndustry : Industrial / EPC / PIPINGDepartment : Engineering
VERDON, a leading EPC company specialized in piping and industrial projects, is strengthening its Engineering Office and looking for an experienced CAD Manager to lead and elevate our multidisciplinary design capabilities.If you're passionate about CAD excellence, 3D modelling, coordination across engineering disciplines, and leading both local and offshore design teams — this role is for you.
YOUR MISSION :As our CAD Manager, you will take ownership of the entire CAD & Design Delivery function across Piping, Structures, E&I, HVAC, and MEP .Reporting to the Head of Engineering Office, your role includes:Leadership & Team ManagementLead and structure the CAD function across all engineering disciplinesSupervise local and offshore CAD designers/draftersProvide technical coaching and foster a culture of quality and constructibilityStrengthen collaboration between CAD teams and engineering leadsCAD Deliverables OwnershipEnsure on-time delivery of all CAD deliverables (IFR, IFD, IFC, As-Built)Validate 3D models, layouts, isometrics, fabrication drawings, support drawingsEnsure compliance with CAD/BIM standards, templates, libraries, and naming conventionsCoordinate closely with QA/QC, Project Management, and Document ControlCAD Production FlowManage weekly workload plans and project backlogsAssign tasks based on expertise and project prioritiesMonitor progress, anticipate bottlenecks, and secure continuous production flowImplement efficient file structures, versioning, and change managementQuality Assurance & Continuous ImprovementImplement quality gates and review processesReduce rework through standardization and lessons learnedImprove CAD standards, libraries, and proceduresOffshore Team SteeringDefine work packages and instructions for offshore teamsLead daily/weekly alignment ritualsMonitor quality and ensure seamless integration with local teamsCross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with Project Managers, Construction, Procurement, Prefab/Module Shop, BIM, and QA/QCParticipate in constructibility and model coordination workshopsSupport engineering teams with drafting/modelling for complex challengesAct as key CAD interface with suppliers and external partnersKPI ManagementTrack productivity, rework rates, offshore performance, and on-time deliveryProvide regular reporting to Engineering and Project ManagementUse KPIs to drive continuous improvement
YOUR PROFILE :BackgroundEngineering degree in Mechanical, Electromechanical, HVAC/Piping or equivalent10–15+ years of detailed design experience3–7 years of CAD/Design team leadershipStrong knowledge of CAD/BIM 3D modelling, engineering documentation, and constructibilityTechnical SkillsSolidworks, Solidworks PDM / 3DExperienceAutoCAD 2D, Plant 3D, Navisworks ManageKnowledge of CAD standards, libraries, templates, naming conventionsAbility to troubleshoot complex models and drawingsMultidisciplinary coordination (Piping, E&I, HVAC, MEP, Supports)LanguagesFrench: FluentEnglish: FluentNice to HaveExperience in modular data centers, energy, or oil & gasExperience with CAD/BIM automation (Dynamo, Lisp, Python)Understanding of engineering calculations and interfaces
WHY JOIN VERDON ?Work on innovative and complex industrial projectsLead a strategic function in our Engineering OfficeCollaborate in a dynamic EPC environment with local & international teamsShape and elevate CAD standards across the companyInterested?Apply directly !Join Verdon and help us build high-quality industrial solutions through CAD excellence!