CAD Designer – Stainless Tanks at South Western Communications, Inc. in Springfield, Missouri

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.

Apply Now

If you’re a detail-driven CAD Designer with Autodesk Inventor, BOM/ERP, and custom equipment design experience-or you’re ready to grow into ASME pressure vessel design-we want to hear from you.