AUC Group
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Design Manager to lead our drafting and design team in delivering high-quality fabrication and construction documentation for modular water and wastewater treatment systems. This role is responsible for ensuring technical excellence, consistency, and efficiency across all design outputs, while continuously improving tools, processes, and team capabilities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a strong background in Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, design automation, and team development within an engineering-driven environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership & Oversight
Provide final review and approval of all fabrication and construction drawings prior to release. Lead the resolution of complex design and component challenges. Guide selection of various treatment structures and layouts that would include elevated headworks structures, WWTP phasing layouts, screening equipment and outfalls. Conduct mid-year and end-of-year performance reviews and lead goal-setting conversations for team members. Lead staff development initiatives and foster a high-performance team culture. Manage departmental budget, including resource planning and allocation for training, hardware, software, and tools. Identify, evaluate, and implement strategies and technologies to improve design workflows and team productivity. Standards & Process Management
Ensure adherence to internal design standards and best practices. Develop, maintain, and enforce SOPs for drafting and design workflows. Set and maintain standards for design templates, part numbering, and drawing formatting. Technical & Collaborative Duties
Oversee creation and management of Autodesk Inventor Content Center and part libraries. Develop Excel-based engineering tools to assist with design and fabrication calculations. Implement and manage iLogic scripts in Inventor to automate tasks and improve model consistency. Coordinate design team workload and priorities in collaboration with project managers. Support site visits to evaluate complex design challenges and integration needs. Systems Oversight (in collaboration with internal IT and team leads)
Oversee the installation, updating, and troubleshooting of design software across the team (Autodesk Suite). Advise in the procurement and lifecycle planning of design team hardware. Administer and maintain the structure and settings of Autodesk Vault server and client configurations. Qualification/Requirements
Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Drafting Technology, or related field. 8+ years of professional experience in mechanical, structural, or industrial design, preferably in water/wastewater or modular system environments. 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a design or CAD management role. Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Inventor and Vault Professional. Strong knowledge of fabrication practices, construction documentation, and design standards. Proven experience with process documentation and SOP development. Preferred Qualifications/Experience
Proficiency with iLogic scripting in Autodesk Inventor. Experience developing and managing Excel-based design tools. Strong project coordination skills and ability to balance priorities across multiple teams. Experience with budget planning and department-level resource allocation. Exposure to modular water/wastewater treatment system design or related mechanical/structural system design. Working knowledge of Procore or equivalent construction management software. Soft Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop technical teams. Highly organized and detail-oriented. Forward-thinking, with a continuous improvement mindset. How to Apply
Candidates must apply through our website, or by sending resumes to Talent@7seaswater.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected attributes, and we provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees as required by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans. Applicant will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Design, Engineering, and Management Industries Utilities
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We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Design Manager to lead our drafting and design team in delivering high-quality fabrication and construction documentation for modular water and wastewater treatment systems. This role is responsible for ensuring technical excellence, consistency, and efficiency across all design outputs, while continuously improving tools, processes, and team capabilities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a strong background in Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, design automation, and team development within an engineering-driven environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership & Oversight
Provide final review and approval of all fabrication and construction drawings prior to release. Lead the resolution of complex design and component challenges. Guide selection of various treatment structures and layouts that would include elevated headworks structures, WWTP phasing layouts, screening equipment and outfalls. Conduct mid-year and end-of-year performance reviews and lead goal-setting conversations for team members. Lead staff development initiatives and foster a high-performance team culture. Manage departmental budget, including resource planning and allocation for training, hardware, software, and tools. Identify, evaluate, and implement strategies and technologies to improve design workflows and team productivity. Standards & Process Management
Ensure adherence to internal design standards and best practices. Develop, maintain, and enforce SOPs for drafting and design workflows. Set and maintain standards for design templates, part numbering, and drawing formatting. Technical & Collaborative Duties
Oversee creation and management of Autodesk Inventor Content Center and part libraries. Develop Excel-based engineering tools to assist with design and fabrication calculations. Implement and manage iLogic scripts in Inventor to automate tasks and improve model consistency. Coordinate design team workload and priorities in collaboration with project managers. Support site visits to evaluate complex design challenges and integration needs. Systems Oversight (in collaboration with internal IT and team leads)
Oversee the installation, updating, and troubleshooting of design software across the team (Autodesk Suite). Advise in the procurement and lifecycle planning of design team hardware. Administer and maintain the structure and settings of Autodesk Vault server and client configurations. Qualification/Requirements
Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Drafting Technology, or related field. 8+ years of professional experience in mechanical, structural, or industrial design, preferably in water/wastewater or modular system environments. 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a design or CAD management role. Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Inventor and Vault Professional. Strong knowledge of fabrication practices, construction documentation, and design standards. Proven experience with process documentation and SOP development. Preferred Qualifications/Experience
Proficiency with iLogic scripting in Autodesk Inventor. Experience developing and managing Excel-based design tools. Strong project coordination skills and ability to balance priorities across multiple teams. Experience with budget planning and department-level resource allocation. Exposure to modular water/wastewater treatment system design or related mechanical/structural system design. Working knowledge of Procore or equivalent construction management software. Soft Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop technical teams. Highly organized and detail-oriented. Forward-thinking, with a continuous improvement mindset. How to Apply
Candidates must apply through our website, or by sending resumes to Talent@7seaswater.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected attributes, and we provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees as required by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans. Applicant will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Design, Engineering, and Management Industries Utilities
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