CAD Designer - Stainless Tanks

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)

• DesignASME pressure vessels, tanks, agitators, platforms, ladders, and related equipment using3D CAD modeling (preferred:Autodesk Inventor)
• Update existing production designs to meet customer specifications and internal standards
• Create and maintainBills 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 in3D modeling software (preferred:Autodesk Inventor)
• Experience withERP/MRP systems (e.g.,Syteline)
• Preferred: Experience designingASME 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 to50 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. 

Apply Now
If you’re a detail-drivenCAD Designer withAutodesk Inventor,BOM/ERP, andcustom equipment design experience—or you’re ready to grow into ASME pressure vessel design—we want to hear from you.