SR CAD Designer

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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.

A Brief Summary of This Position:

This individual contributor position is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining detailed technical drawings, fabrication prints, and design documentation that support Valmont Site Pro 1 (SP1) product lines. The CAD Designer partners closely with engineering, drafting, manufacturing, and product development teams to ensure all designs meet customer specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and industry standards. This role plays a critical part in delivering accurate, high-quality designs that support efficient production, cost control, and on-time delivery.

Essential Functions:

• This position reports into the Senior Engineering Supervisor and has no direct reports.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and sales teams to develop and revise CAD drawings and detailed fabrication documents for SP1 telecom structures and components.
• Create accurate 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar CAD software according to project specifications and Valmont standards.
• Ensure drawings are complete, accurate, and optimized for manufacturing, assembly, and installation.
• Maintain drawing libraries and ensure version control for all design documentation.
• Provide technical support to cross-functional teams by interpreting drawings and clarifying design intent.
•  Participate in design reviews to ensure manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives by contributing to design solutions and design-for-manufacturing practices.
• Update documentation and drawings in response to engineering change notices (ECNs) or customer requirements.
• Work with production teams to resolve drawing or design issues that arise during fabrication.
• Assist in standardizing drawing templates, documentation practices, and CAD processes across the team.

Other Important Details about the Role:

The CAD Designer works closely with engineers, project managers, production planners, and sales teams to translate concepts into accurate, manufacturable designs. This role requires strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. The CAD Designer’s work directly impacts project delivery timelines, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

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

• Associate’s degree in Drafting, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field OR 3+ years of relevant CAD drafting/design experience
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, or similar)
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, fabrication processes, and manufacturing principles
•  Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical specifications, blueprints, and industry standards
•  Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting/Design, or a related field
• Prior experience in telecom or utility infrastructure product design
• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication, welding, and structural steel manufacturing processes
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems or ERP-integrated CAD workflows

Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

Work is typically performed in an office setting.  The incumbent is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings.    Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time.  No travel requirements for this position.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer.  The employee is occasionally required to move about the office.  Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrists rests. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds in working with large files, binders, and computer equipment.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

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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