About this role
POSITION: Product Designer - Tank
SHIFT: M-F 8am to 5pm (Varied Hour based on Business Demands)
PAY RATE: $74k - $81k+ (DOE) + Full Benefit Package
LOCATION: Fargo, ND
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 Bachelors 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.