Machine Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Participate in conceptualization, design, and development of proprietary manufacturing equipment to meet global production needs, ensuring alignment with performance and quality requirements.
• Create detailed 3D models of manufacturing equipment, perform functional simulations, and verify design feasibility to ensure effective implementation.
• Perform risk assessments for design and manufacturing processes, implementing safety measures and mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure products meet specifications and standards.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for manufacturing issues, working closely with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure all appropriate process, equipment, and project documentation is captured and stored in the appropriate digital system for knowledge retention.
• Analyze operating costs, labor, material, and variable costs to aid in identifying cost reduction opportunities across project portfolio.
• Maintain equipment performance post-implementation, identify areas for improvement, and implement enhancements to maximize efficiency, safety, and reliability.
• Meet or exceed established project performance goals.

Requirements

• Essential Functions

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with a team of engineers, drafters, and fabricators to design and build innovative manufacturing equipment that meets performance, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Communicate directly with all levels of the Valmont organization and, when necessary, with customers and suppliers.
• Have a broad knowledge of consensus standards, departmental and company goals, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a technical degree with equivalent experience.
• 3-6 years of experience in manufacturing engineering/machine design required.
• Construction / Machinery Project Management experience leading teams & managing vendors as a project manager and/or project team leader.
• Proven successful experience leading and driving change on multiple projects.
• Advanced skills in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Project.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Suite (AutoCAD, Inventor, Vault).
• Familiar with robotics (Fanuc/Yaskawa/Kuka/Nachi).
• Knowledge of steel metallurgy, welding processes.
• Proactive individual capable of independently managing and completing projects with minimal supervision.
• Proficient with machine controls, PLC Hardware, and Software.
• GD&T Experience.
• Strong leadership skills and effective at motivating and managing vision and purpose.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Aptitude of making decisions involving varied levels of risk and ambiguity.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail in a collaborative work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• EIT or Professional Engineers License.
• Advanced Degree (MBA, MEM, or MS Technical degree).
• Finite element analysis experience.
• Certified Machine Safety Expert (CMSE) or similar machine safety certification.
• Knowledge of Lean tools and principles.

Benefits

• 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