Mechanical Designer I

Valmont Industries • Colorado Springs, CO

14d • $19 - $22

About The Position

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Mechanical Designer I position. The Mechanical Designer I support new product development in a speed-to-market, telecom industry. The designer reports to the Design Supervisor and works in a dynamic team environment. The designer delivers new products from customer requirements through production while considering the project schedule, scope, and cost.

Requirements

• Work experience may be substituted for educational requirements
• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Uses basic logic and common sense to arrive at solutions.
• Creates internal alliances outside the immediate team or department.
• Gains support for ideas within the team.
• Implements changes provided by management.
• Uses common sense to solve routine issues.
• Basic knowledge in the use of Solidworks for 3D modeling and 2D drafting.
• Experience with Microsoft Office 365 software.
• Ability to communicate well in straightforward situations.
• Understands his/her job and how the role interacts with his/her team.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred: Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in CAD Mechanical
• Preferred: 2 years of mechanical design-related experience
• Preferred: Basic understanding of common manufacturing methods and associated considerations
• Preferred: Familiar with product data management (PDM) best practices

Responsibilities

• Work on the ongoing development of new and existing product lines with limited to moderate design complexity.
• Design 3D parts and assemblies using SolidWorks computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Draft 2D prints in compliance with ConcealFab standards using SolidWorks CAD software.
• Calculate factors like tolerance and critical to function dimensions.
• Prepare and review the bill of materials (BOM) for all necessary products.
• Lead design reviews for required department personnel (fabrication, welding, assembly, shipping, etc.).
• Attend design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Check drawings with moderate design complexity from other designers according to ConcealFab standards.
• Work with product management to create new proposals based on customer requests.
• Communicate effectively with other departments, including configuration management, quality, and procurement.
• Support Engineering Change Orders with moderate complexity by working with necessary departments to refine designs and/or manufacturing processes.
• Maintain and increase technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, online training courses, and completing relevant certifications.
• Apply design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) best practices.
• Ability to adapt to changes in requirements, priorities, and deadlines.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees