Design Engineer

Essential Functions:

Reports to the Engineering Manager/Supervisor; no direct or indirect reports

Analyzes and designs steel utility structures (primarily transmission and distribution) using structural design software, including Finite Element Method (IMPAX)

Balances safety, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency in all designs

Interprets customer specifications, market needs, and sales input to develop compliant, practical solutions

Prepares and communicates engineering data for quotes and orders, including weight estimates and cost-related details

Supports Drafting team to ensure design accuracy and timely order processing

Reviews engineering and shop drawings, and evaluates as-built products for alignment with design intent

Coordinates workflow and project milestones to ensure on-time delivery

Provides internal and external technical support, including to customers, consultants, and contractors

Maintains effective communication through phone, email, and in-person interactions

May provide guidance to drafters and junior design staff

Participates in product and process improvement discussions to enhance team efficiency and morale

Recommends and coordinates testing to confirm theoretical designs when necessary

Ensures design compliance with Valmont, industry, and national codes and standards

Handles both standard and complex structural modeling tasks with appropriate support

Applies sound engineering judgment to projects with clearly defined objectives and variable challenges

May require travel up to 10%

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering, with 2–5+ years of structural design experience preferred.

EIT certification required; Mechanical Engineering candidates must be willing to obtain EIT certification

Proficiency in structural engineering principles and 3D CAD (AutoCAD)

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

3–4 years of industry experience

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Experience designing steel monopoles or utility structures

Familiarity with utility design loads and industry standards

Prior project team experience

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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.

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