The CAD Supervisor provides daily leadership and technical oversight for CAD resources supporting Engineered-to-Order (ETO) and sustaining engineering. This role ensures accurate, timely delivery of engineering drawings, 3D models, and CAD data that meet customer requirements, internal standards, and manufacturing needs.
The position leads mechanical design documentation and CAD data management, supporting customer configurations and product improvements. It partners closely with Engineering, Simulation, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Marketing, and suppliers to align design intent with manufacturing execution.
Reporting to the CAD Manager, the CAD Supervisor drives operational efficiency, CAD standardization, and continuous improvement. The role directly supervises CAD personnel, managing workload planning, performance support, and skill development

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: • Provide day to day supervision and technical leadership for the CAD team supporting engineered to order customer designs and sustaining engineering work.

• Assign, prioritize, and balance work across the CAD team to support project schedules, customer commitments, and business objectives.
• Ensure the creation, checking, and release of high quality 2D drawings and 3D models in compliance with internal standards and ASME Y14.5 2009 GD&T requirements.
• Support the layout and design of valves, trim, and actuation components in accordance with established engineering practices.
• Serve as a primary interface between CAD resources and cross functional stakeholders to resolve design, quality, or manufacturability issues.
• Ensure accuracy in engineering calculations including minimum wall thickness, stem lengths, surface area, mass properties, and unit conversions (metric to imperial).
• Oversee setup, validation, and maintenance of part numbers and engineering data within enterprise systems, including Oracle.
• Originate and support engineering change requests and related documentation.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives related to CAD tools, workflows, standards, and data quality.
• Train, coach, and mentor CAD team members on CAD software, modeling practices, drafting standards, and engineering procedures.
• Maintain regular interaction with global CAD teams to support standardization and best practice sharing.
• Support preparation for project meetings, design reviews, and cross functional coordination activities.
• Create and maintain CAD documentation, standards, and best practice guidelines.
• Provide ongoing feedback and performance support to CAD team members in alignment with departmental and business goals.
  Who You Are: You identify and seize new opportunities! You consult diverse resources and ask more questions. You take on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.For This Role, You Will Need: • Associate’s degree in a CAD related field or a degree in industrial technology, manufacturing technology, mechanical engineering, industrial design, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of CAD related experience, preferably within a manufacturing or engineered to order environment.
• Ability to generate, review, and approve 2D drawings and 3D models for parts and assemblies of varying complexity.
• Experience using 3D models to evaluate mass properties, volume, surface area, and center of gravity.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and constraints, including supply chain, manufacturing, and quality considerations.
• In depth understanding of metallic materials and manufacturing methods, including castings, forgings, and stampings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including use of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• General computer and digital literacy.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - visa sponsorship will not be provided for this role.
  Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:• Proficiency with parametric CAD modeling tools; Solid Works and PDM Pro.
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 2009, including symbology, dimensioning practices, view placement, and projection.
• Prior experience providing technical leadership or work direction is preferred.
• Experience with Solid Works specialty modules such as Simulation, Composer, Drive Works, and Solid Works PDM.
• Solid Works Certification (CSWA).

Our Culture and Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Our Location:

Marshalltown, Iowa, combines the charm of a close-knit community with the conveniences of a thriving city. Located in central Iowa, less than an hour from both Des Moines and Ames, Marshalltown offers easy access to urban amenities while providing a variety of local outdoor recreation activities like hiking, biking, golf, swimming, and exploring local parks. With its affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and vibrant diverse local culture, Marshalltown is a welcoming place to call home!