Senior Lead UX Designer (CAD Software)

Job Title: Senior Lead UX Designer
Location: San Antonio, TX, or Remote. Must be available during CST hours.
Job Type: Contract with potential to hire
 

Kaeppel Consulting is seeking an experienced Senior Lead UX Designer to work for a client in San Antonio, TX. Responsibilities:

• Lead the design strategy for our CAD software application, ensuring a user-centered approach throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and marketing, to define user requirements and design innovative solutions.
• Conduct in-depth user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis to inform design decisions and validate concepts.
• Create and maintain design system assets, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups that communicate design intentions effectively.
• Present design concepts and case studies to stakeholders, articulating design rationale and gathering constructive feedback.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Architecture, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in UX design, with a strong portfolio that includes case studies demonstrating your design process and impact, particularly in CAD software or related fields.
• Proven experience in leading design projects as an individual contributor with a deep understanding of user-centered design principles.
• Familiarity with CAD tools and workflows, and an understanding of the unique challenges faced by users in architecture, technical drafting, or automotive engineering.
• Proficiency in design tools (Figma, Adobe Creative Suite) and experience with prototyping and design systems.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and innovative work environment focused on user-centered design.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.

If you are passionate about shaping the future of CAD software and have a strong portfolio with case studies showcasing your expertise, we’d love to hear from you!