CAD Designer - Stainless Tanks

South Western Communications, Inc.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid tuition

Generous PTO

Safety-first work environment

Career growth

Job summary

Watson Custom Tanks in Springfield, MO, seeks a Product Designer – Stainless Tanks to design custom stainless steel equipment on-site. You’ll work with Project Managers, Sales and Production to meet customer specs and improve existing products. Full-time role with on-site work Monday–Friday.

You bring 2+ years in industrial mechanical design, experience with 3D CAD (Autodesk Inventor) and ERP/MRP systems; ASME vessel design a plus. Collaboration and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design ASME pressure vessels, tanks, agitators, platforms, ladders, and related equipment using 3D CAD modeling (Autodesk Inventor).
• Update existing production designs to meet customer specifications and internal standards.
• Create and maintain 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 modeling

Autodesk Inventor

ERP/MRP systems (Syteline)

Mechanical design

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering/Design

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Syteline ERP/MRP

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.