Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Why Valmont

Were Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today . We are the modern workforce . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

• Analyzing problems and coming up with designs to solve them.
• Networking and collaborating with other engineers and professionals.
• Working within the budget to deliver safe and efficient products on time.
• Allocating resources and time effectively.
• Developing design prototypes.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attending meetings and providing input and updates.
• Analyzing data to write up reports.
• Communicating with staff, directors, and clients.
• Develops and implements optimal, cost-effective designs, manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards
• Recommends and implements improvements to product, production processes, methods and controls
• Priorities include project management, process improvement, problem resolution, and employee training
• Performs research, design and development of new and sustaining manufacturing processes and tool design
• Performs process evaluations including production flow, assembly methods and waste elimination
• Prepares and maintains detailed layouts of buildings and equipment
• Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products, including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results
• Designs, develops, tests or sources and cost-justifies various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• Additional courses in mathematics, physical science or design, recommended.
• Relevant certifications, registrations, and licenses may be required.
• Superb creativity, vision, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and self-confidence.
• Extensive experience working on engineering projects.
• Ability to make decisions in high-stress situations.
• Great written and verbal communication skills.
• Curiosity and a growth mindset.
• A strong working knowledge of Auto Cad and/or Solid works, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point and Microsoft Word
• Ability to identify, communicate and participate in process improvement opportunities (LEAN) aimed at reducing cost, improving efficiencies and increasing customer satisfaction
• Experience with composites preferred
• Experience with GD&T, material specification, surface finishing requirements and manufacturing techniques (milling, turning, and welding, surface treatments)

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and familys overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.