CAD Designer - Stainless Tanks

Amprod; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid tuition

Generous PTO

Safety-first environment

Career growth

Job summary

Watson Custom Tanks in Springfield, MO, is seeking a Product Designer to design stainless-steel equipment for food, beverage, and industrial processes. You will create innovative 3D CAD designs, update existing production drawings, and generate BOMs to support fabrication.

You will collaborate with Project Managers, Sales, Quality, and Production to meet customer specs while driving design improvements that reduce cost and improve quality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (preferred Autodesk Inventor).
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Syteline).
• 2+ years industrial mechanical engineering/design experience.

Responsibilities

• Design ASME pressure vessels, tanks, agitators, platforms, ladders, and related equipment using 3D CAD modeling.
• Update existing production designs to meet customer specifications and internal standards.
• Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs), customer drawings, manufacturing drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Drive design improvements that enhance quality and reduce cost.
• Support additional engineering tasks as assigned.

Skills

3D CAD

Collaboration

Mechanical design

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering/Design

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Syteline ERP

Job description

For 30+ years, Watson Custom Tanks has held a reputation for designing and fabricating trusted tank solutions for food, beverage and industrial processes. We highly value quality craftsmanship, innovation and, most importantly, teamwork to support our customers and create a safe, family-centric environment for our team to thrive.

Product Designer - Stainless Tanks Watson Custom Tanks Full-time | On-site | Monday-Friday

About the Role

Join the Engineering team at Watson Custom Tanks and help design custom stainless-steel equipment that solves complex manufacturing challenges. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with Project Managers, Sales, Quality, and Production to deliver customer-specific designs and continuously improve existing products.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Design ASME pressure vessels, tanks, agitators, platforms, ladders, and related equipment using 3D CAD modeling (preferred: Autodesk Inventor)
• Update existing production designs to meet customer specifications and internal standards
• Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs), customer drawings, manufacturing drawings, and engineering documentation
• Drive design improvements that enhance quality and reduce cost
• Support additional engineering tasks as assigned

What You Bring (Qualifications)

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering/Design (preferred) or equivalent practical experience
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (preferred: Autodesk Inventor)
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Syteline)
• Preferred: Experience designing ASME pressure vessels
• 2+ years industrial mechanical engineering/design experience (preferred)
• Strong collaboration and professional communication skills

Physical & Safety Requirements

Stand/walk for extended periods; frequent hand/arm use; talk/hear Lift/move up to 50 lbs Must follow safety procedures and wear required PPE (including safety glasses and steel-toe boots)

Why Join Us

• 100% paid tuition
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Safety-first work environment
• Career growth with a rapidly growing manufacturer

Work Location

On-site at Watson Metal Masters, 6800 Stainless Way, Springfield, MO 65802.