What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer for Manufacturing Projects position at Valmont Industries, Inc.?
**About Valmont Industries, Inc.**
We are a Fortune 1000 company dedicated to advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.
Our Mission:
To create a sustainable future by supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations.
Job Description:
- Responsible for designing and implementing proprietary manufacturing equipment projects to meet global production needs.
- Full project management, from conceptual development to fabrication drawings, procurement, manufacturing oversight, testing, and O&M documentation.
- Participate in conceptualizing, designing, and developing manufacturing equipment to meet global performance and quality needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create detailed 3D models, perform functional simulations, and verify design feasibility.
- Conduct risk assessments for design and manufacturing processes, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance.
- Develop and implement quality control procedures to meet product specifications and standards.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting, working closely with cross-functional teams.
- Ensure proper process, equipment, and project documentation is captured and stored digitally.
- Analyze costs, labor, and materials to identify cost reduction opportunities across projects.
- Monitor equipment performance post-implementation and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a technical degree with equivalent experience.
- 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.
- Advanced skills in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Project.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Inventor.
- Well-versed in robotics (Fanuc/Yaskawa/Kuka/Nachi).
- Proficient designing/programming/troubleshooting PLC Hardware & Software (i.e. Control Logix 5000, Factory Talk Studio, etc.).
- Ability to travel up to 10%, primarily domestic, with occasional international travel.
Benefits:
- Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision).
- ~401k retirement plan with company match.
- ~ Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave.
- ~ 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.
Salary : $5,250
