Job Description
Company Description
The stow group markets innovative storage solutions based on efficient and automated production processes.
The product ranges manufactured in our factories meet the logistical challenges of our customers, internationally.
Every day, our “Rack Stars” work on developing innovative solutions for clients around the world. The passion, imagination, and determination of our employees are essential to our success as a market leader. Whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced professional, you have great ideas and skills, and stow is the perfect place to make your mark!
If you want to grow as a professional, we have a spot waiting for you at stow.
stow values your strengths, because they are our strengths!
We are a dynamic global company looking for passionate people to help us innovate at every level.
Job Description
Your mission
As Global CAD Design Manager, you will plan, lead and develop the global CAD function of the Group. You act as the technical and strategic reference for CAD activities, ensuring efficient, high-quality and future-oriented drawing production, fully aligned with QSHE standards and business priorities.
You will drive standardisation, automation, innovation and long-term vision of CAD processes across the organization.
🔑 Key responsibilities
Global CAD leadership
Lead and structure the CAD organization at global level
Allocate CAD resources according to project priorities and workload
Ensure efficiency, delivery quality and consistency across teams
Coach and support CAD team leaders and designers
Occasional international travel (~10%)
Technical leadership & vision
Act as Global Technical Lead for CAD tools and methodologies
Maintain strong hands-on expertise in AutoCAD (advanced versions) and solid understanding of 3D environments
Define and own the long-term CAD roadmap:
Transition towards 3D and parametric design
Increased automation of drawing production
Reduction of manual and repetitive CAD work
Identify and implement future-proof CAD tools and workflows
Drawing strategy & process ownership
Structure and govern the three CAD pillars:
Commercial drawings
Technical / engineering drawings
Assembly & installation drawings
Ensure clarity of purpose, ownership and quality standards
Guarantee smooth handover between sales, engineering and installation phases
Innovation & continuous improvement
Drive digitalisation and automation of CAD processes
Challenge existing tools and methods
Act as a change agent, translating vision into concrete implementation
Collaboration & stakeholder management
Interface with engineering, project, sales and system integration teams
Ensure CAD outputs fully support project execution and installation teams
Act as a trusted and credible technical authority across the Group
Qualifications
👫Your profile :
Strong experience in CAD engineering within an industrial / project-based environment
Proven leadership experience managing CAD teams or competence centers
Deep expertise in AutoCAD; exposure to 3D and parametric design is essential
Strong process mindset with a passion for automation and efficiency
Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels
International mindset, fluent in English (additional languages like Dutch, Polish, Portuguese are a plus)
Additional Information
⭐ Why join stow?
- 🌍 International industrial group with strong technical standards
- 🧱 Structured environment focused on quality & safety
- 🔧 Concrete, hands-on engineering projects
- 📈 Opportunities to develop your expertise over time
and because we care about your well-being, we offer:
✅ A competitive salary with a full package of benefits:
• Company car
• Net allowances
• Meal vouchers
• Group & hospital insurance
• CAO 90 Bonus
• Phone & laptop
🍽 Freshly cooked meals every day in our very own re stow rant
✅1 day of remote work per week
👉 Ready to take your career to the next level? Join us and be part of a global leader!
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