Product Design Lead Jobs in Louisiana

About Gainey's

For over 45 years, Gainey's has been the trusted leader in custom precast concrete solutions across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. What began in 1981 as a small septic tank installation company has grown into a partner relied upon by contractors, engineers, and municipalities to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and resilient infrastructure.

Our mission is simple: to provide unique, thoughtful solutions to civil engineering challenges through innovative design and manufacturing. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Quality, Passion, Reliability, and Innovation, we are committed to exceeding expectations for quality, value, and service on every project.

At Gainey's, we think like contractors, making projects easier with reliable products and services that save time and minimize risk. We bring visions to life by combining technical expertise with creative design consultation, ensuring long-lasting infrastructure built to withstand the Gulf Coast's toughest conditions.

Led by President Greg Roache and powered by a dedicated team, Gainey's continues to thrive, evolve, and grow - always remaining the partner you can rely on.

Job Summary:

The Design Manager is responsible for overseeing the quality, accuracy, and efficiency of all drafting activities within the department. This role manages and supports the drafting team while ensuring that all drawings, engineering records, and project documentation meet company and industry standards. The Design Manager coordinates closely with project managers and other departments to ensure drawings are completed accurately and delivered on schedule. The Design Manager coordinates the activities of the engineering firms hired to provide services for precast.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensures the quality of the department and reports on its status weekly.
• Reviews department work, assuring the accuracy and completeness of all drawings, files, engineering records, prints, and tasks of assigned projects.
• Create and maintain Gainey's drafting standards in accordance with basic industry drafting and engineering standards.
• Maintain the tracking system for all internal and outsourced CAD and engineering projects.
• Ensure the detailed drawings are prepared and transferred to Project Managers, Operations, and relevant departments in a clear and timely manner while always maintaining accuracy.
• Calculate the weights of precast units and always document them on every drawing.
• Perform Center of Gravity Calculations as needed for lifting design and placement.
• Understand uses, functions, and rules for the placement of reinforcement in precast concrete structures.
• Communicates and collaborates with internal departments and outsourced companies to ensure projects, timelines, and customer expectations are met.
• Manage drafting team, including LMA duties.

Required Skills/ Abilities:

• Basic level drafting in AutoCAD 2020 or later
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Google Sheets
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, helpful, and have strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to multitask at any given time.
• Attention to Detail
• Excellent communication skills; both oral and written
• Able to read and understand plans and specifications

Physical Demands:

• Frequently required to sit at a desk, occasionally required to walk and stand.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Must have good vision and can look at a computer screen for a long period of time.

EEO Statement:

Gainey's is an equal opportunity employer. Gainey's does not tolerate discriminating based on race, national origin, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. Equal opportunities are extended to all terms and conditions and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities participating in all company-sponsored activities and employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and terminating employment.