Product Designer - Tank

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Product Designer – Tank combines advanced design responsibilities with mentoring and leadership of junior drafters. The Product Designer – Tank will have a strong background in methods of design, meeting customer needs, optimized manufacturing methods (DFMA), steel tank design, fabrication standards, and CAD modeling, along with a commitment to fostering team development and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Design & Engineering
  
  
  
  • Lead the design and detailing of steel storage tanks, including aboveground, underground, and specialty configurations.
  
  
  • Create and manage 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings using CAD software (Inventor preferred).
  
  
  • Ensure designs comply with relevant standards (e.g., API, UL, NFPA, ASME) and meet customer and project requirements.
  
  
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and project teams to optimize tank designs for performance, cost-efficiency, and manufacturability.
  
  
  • Development and application of tolerance analysis methods.
  
  
  
  


• Mentorship & Leadership
  
  
  
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior drafters, supporting their development in drafting techniques and tank design principles.
  
  
  • Review and approve drafting work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company and industry standards.
  
  
  • Lead training initiatives and contribute to the development of internal drafting resources and documentation.
  
  
  
  


• Process & Quality Improvement
  
  
  
  • Support the evolution of drafting standards, templates, and workflows specific to steel tank design.
  
  
  • Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement efforts across the product development process.
  
  
  
  


• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  
  
  
  • Work closely with sales, estimating, and project management teams to support custom tank proposals and design feasibility.
  
  
  • Assist in resolving fabrication and field issues through design updates and technical support.
  
  
  
  


• Expertise in the entire detailing process and requirements for production.


• Must be able to perform at a high level to maintain project schedules and quality.


• Will accept challenges and perform the job or task at the highest level of professionalism.


• Detailing and checking of shop drawings adhering to TNS QMS and Department requirements.


• Coordinate project priorities with sales and production for help in scheduling workloads.


• Assist with monitoring drafters project progress, schedules, and performance. Report necessary information to Drafting Manager weekly.


• Prompt and dependable attendance.


• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND QUALITIES

• Demonstrate leadership skills.


• Able to assign projects or tasks to others and comfortably rely on the results.


• Strong communication, organization, and project coordination skills.


• Ability to read and understand blueprints.


• Must understand the concepts of algebra and trigonometry.


• Ability to conduct mathematical equations using various units of measurement.


• Must be detail oriented.


• Must possess analytical skills and apply knowledge of manufacturing tools and methods, design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA), and be self-motivated.


• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.


• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.


• Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.


• Drive to achieve personal advancement.


• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office software products.


• Proficiency in CAD software (Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and PDM systems.


• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (API 650/620, UL 142/58, AWWA D100, ASME).


• Experience with ERP systems and BOM management.


• Knowledge of structural analysis principles, GD&T, and tolerance analysis.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required.


• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Design Engineering Technology, or related field.


• 7+ years of experience in drafting and product development, with a focus on steel storage tanks or similar fabricated steel structures.


• Strong understanding of steel fabrication processes, welding, and tank construction standards.


• Demonstrated experience mentoring or training others.