Mechanical Engineer II

Why Valmont
 

We’re 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.

Mechanical Engineer II supports new product development in a speed-to-market telecom industry. The engineer reports to the Senior Engineer/Functional Manager or VP Executive Interference Product and works under the technical oversight of the Principal & Senior Mechanical Engineer.  The engineer provides technical oversight for new products, from customer requirements through production, while considering the project's schedule, scope, and cost.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Deliver design projects and provide direction on thermal, structural, manufacturability, functionality, and aesthetic considerations.
• Develop and evaluate solution concepts in collaboration with team members and other departments.
• Design 3D parts and assemblies using SolidWorks computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Draft 2D prints in accordance with ConcealFab standards using SolidWorks CAD software.
• Review drawings for structural requirements and form, fit, and function.
• Lead design reviews and technical presentations for both internal and external customers.
• Work with suppliers to resolve manufacturability issues and concerns.
• Recommend boundary conditions and simplifying assumptions for Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis based on interpretation of applicable codes and standards.
• Perform FEA and CFD analysis, evaluate results, and produce reports with conclusions.
• Update or create process documentation as directed.
• Act as approving authority for simple supplier and internal non-conformances, and define rework parameters.
• Act as approving authority for Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), defining the scope of resulting ECOs.
• Maintain and increase technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, online training courses, and completing relevant certifications.
• Apply knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF), PIM, thermal, and structural principles to new products.
• Apply design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) best practices.
• Ability to adapt to changes in requirements, priorities, and deadlines.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

*Work experience may be substituted for educational requirements*

Required: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

Preferred: 3 years of engineering-related experience

Pay:  $63k – $85k depending on experience

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s 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.

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