Manager, CAD

City: Bangkok

Country/Region: TH

Application Deadline: Until Hired

Role

To lead the CAD team responsible for early-phase modeling, concept development, and special projects, while supporting strategic initiatives for the business. The role works closely with design, innovation, and manufacturing teams to create production-feasible models from new or exploratory concepts, often with incomplete specifications. The CAD Manager ensures technical accuracy, adaptability, and timely delivery in a fast-changing project environment, while fostering team development and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

Strategic Support

Lead or support strategic initiatives (process improvement, new product categories, technology adoption)
Manage projects when needed, overseeing timelines, resources, and cross-functional alignment

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, coach, and develop a skilled CAD team
Provide feedback on technical quality, creative solutions, and priorities

Exploration & Concept Modeling

Drive CAD for early-stage concepts, prototypes, and untested ideas
Turn creative direction into technically sound, manufacturable models

CAD Delivery & Output Management

Ensure on-time delivery through effective planning and workload balancing
Adapt quickly to scope changes, feedback, and technical constraints

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Design, Design Development, Engineering, and Innovation teams to clarify briefs
Ensure smooth handover from concept to in-cycle development

Continuous Improvement

Enhance CAD processes, templates, and file management
Share best practices across all 3D modeling teams

Reporting & Visibility

Track timelines, milestones, and risks for all projects
Provide clear updates to stakeholders