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1d ago

Product Designer - Tank

TrueNorth Steel Fargo, ND

Fargo, ND

1d ago

$74k - $81k/yr Full time Cad Design Cad Modeling Design

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Job Description

TrueNorth Steel is hiring a Product Designer - Tank for an onsite role in Fargo, ND. This position blends advanced steel tank CAD work with technical leadership, mentoring, and process improvement to help deliver custom tank proposals that are feasible, compliant, and build-ready.

You will work with CAD modeling and fabrication drawings for multiple tank configurations, support design compliance with industry standards, and partner cross-functionally to improve performance, cost-efficiency, and manufacturability. The role also includes training and drafting standards development, helping strengthen internal workflows and documentation.

Responsibilities

Lead 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 align with customer and project requirements.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and project teams to optimize tank designs for performance, cost-efficiency, and manufacturability.
Develop and apply tolerance analysis methods.
Mentor junior drafters by providing technical guidance on 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 help develop internal drafting resources and documentation.
Support the evolution of drafting standards, templates, and workflows specific to steel tank design.
Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement across the product development process.
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.
Detail and check shop drawings in alignment with TNS QMS and Department requirements.
Coordinate project priorities with sales and production to help schedule workloads.
Monitor drafters’ project progress, schedules, and performance, and report needed information to the Drafting Manager weekly.
Maintain prompt and dependable attendance.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Demonstrated leadership skills, including assigning tasks and relying on team output.
Strong communication, organization, and project coordination skills.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Must understand algebra and trigonometry concepts, and be able to perform mathematical equations using various units of measurement.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
Knowledge of manufacturing tools and methods, including DFMA (design for manufacturing and assembly), and ability to stay self-motivated.
Ability to work accurately and thoroughly, and proactively handle work-related problems.
Ability to focus on achieving a predetermined result.
Drive for personal advancement.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
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.
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 focused 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.

What You’ll Work With

CAD software (Inventor preferred): Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks
PDM systems
Microsoft Office
ERP systems
BOM management
GD&T

Schedule and Pay

Shift: M-F 8am to 5pm (varied hours based on business demands)
Pay range: USD 74,000 - 81,000 per year (DOE)
Location: Fargo, ND (onsite)

Benefits

Full Benefit Package

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8d ago

Product Designer

US Farathane Auburn Hills, MI

Auburn Hills, MI

8d ago

Full time 2d/3d Design 3d Design 3d Design Tools

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Job Description

US Farathane is hiring a Product Designer to support a growing Design team at the Corporate Technology Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Responsibilities

Maintain 3D math models, drawings, and assemblies using CATIA V5 and 3DEXPERIENCE.
Interpret design inputs from internal and customer engineering teams (marked prints, sketches, PowerPoint) and apply them to part and assembly design.
Follow design direction and develop multiple design concepts within short timeframes.
Apply customer standards and procedures to prepare parts for OEM release into OEM systems.
Collaborate with the Engineering Team to ensure Body CAD requirements are met.
Communicate deliverables and project timing with the Design Manager.
Meet program schedules for design and drawing deliverables.
Use Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances (GD&T) on drawings.
Create math models using Sketcher and parametric modeling.
Manage Ford FDJ Release from start to finish.
Use Ford Teamcenter/3DX to release and store 3D data, including GD&T 3D Annotation and 2D drawings.
Navigate 3DX Web Client and load native CAD into the web client.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in design technology, mechanical design, or equivalent required (equivalent job experience considered).
Minimum 5-7 years of hands-on automotive product design.
Minimum 5 years using CATIA V5 software.
1-5 years CATIA V5 drawing experience.
Familiarity with Automotive OEM Global Requirements.
Ability to create class ‘A’ surface from master sections, scans, and surface.
Experience designing injection molded components, including backside lifter/slide design, ‘A’ surface graining, and mold design tied to draft angle.
Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ford WERS Trained (able to read a CN).
Familiarity with Ford Global Requirements.
Experience with Ford CAD & Drafting Standards.
Ford 3D EXPERIENCE Trained.

Technologies

CATIA V5, CATIA V6
3DX Rich Client, 3DEXPERIENCE
3DX Web Client
Ford Teamcenter/3DX, Ford FDJ
Ford WERS, Ford 3D EXPERIENCE
Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Sketcher, Parametric modeling
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances (GD&T), GD&T 3D Annotation
2D drawings, Sketches

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk, or hear.
Ability to lift 5-25 pounds.

Working Conditions

Professional office environment with controlled temperatures.
Routine use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, fax machines).
Some exposure to loud noise and hot and cold temperatures in manufacturing plants.

Ability to Commute / Work Location

Auburn Hills, MI 48326 (Required)
In person

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