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Texas, United States
Remote only
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A Brief Summary of This Position:
This individual contributor role is responsible for the structural analysis and design of utility transmission and distribution structures fabricated by the Valmont Utility Division, Steel Group. The engineer will handle full design responsibilities for quotes and orders, and provide general support to drafting and sales. The role involves planning and managing design workflows to meet project milestones and collaborating with senior engineers to ensure customer specifications are met and designs are efficient and manufacturable.
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.