Design Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Conduct structural analysis and design for steel utility transmission and distribution structures.

• Manage comprehensive design responsibilities for quotes and orders.

• Organize and oversee design workflows to achieve project deadlines.

• Collaborate with senior engineers to fulfill customer requirements and develop efficient, manufacturable designs.

• Balance considerations of safety, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.

• Interpret customer specifications, market demands, and sales input.

• Prepare and convey engineering data for quotes and orders, including weight estimations and cost-related information.

• Assist the Drafting team by ensuring design precision and timely processing of orders.

• Review engineering and shop drawings and assess as-built products in relation to design objectives.

• Coordinate workflow and project timelines to ensure timely delivery.

• Provide technical support internally and externally to customers, consultants, and contractors.

• Communicate through phone, email, and face-to-face interactions.

• Offer support to drafters and junior design staff as necessary.

• Engage in discussions regarding product and process enhancements.

• Suggest and coordinate testing when required.

• Ensure adherence to Valmont, industry, and national codes and standards.

• Manage both standard and complex structural modeling tasks.

• Utilize engineering judgment throughout projects.

• Occasional travel of up to 10% may be necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• EIT certification is mandatory; candidates in Mechanical Engineering must be willing to acquire EIT certification.

• Proficient in structural engineering principles and 3D CAD software (AutoCAD).

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• A Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is preferred.

• Preference for 3–4 years of industry experience.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is preferred.

• Experience in designing steel monopoles or utility structures is preferred.

• Familiarity with utility design loads and industry standards is preferred.

• Previous project team experience is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision).

• 401k retirement plan with company matching contributions.

• Paid time off.

• Employer-funded life insurance.

• Employer-covered short-term and long-term disability, including maternity leave.

• Work-Life Support services.

• Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 annually.

• Voluntary programs, including tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, personalized health coaching, mortgage services, and more.