Associate Design Engineer - Civil/Structural Engineering

Valmont Group; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (medical, prescription)

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Employer paid disability

Work Life Support

Tuition Reimbursement

Voluntary programs

Job summary

Valmont Group's Remote Office in Tennessee is seeking an Associate Engineer to support structural analysis and design of utility products for the Valmont Utility Division. You will work with senior engineers, drafting, sales, and manufacturing to ensure designs meet customer specs, safety, and cost objectives.

Responsibilities include performing FEA, applying codes, translating customer requirements into manufacturable designs, and assisting with pricing and quotations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with 0–2 years of experience.
• Technical competence in structural engineering.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Detail-oriented with ability to work under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other engineering software.
• Apply engineering principles, standard procedures, and industry codes to complete design assignments.
• Interpret customer specifications and translate requirements into practical, manufacturable designs.
• Provide engineering support to drafting, sales, quoting, and project teams.
• Communicate technical information to internal stakeholders and customers.
• Assist with engineering‑related pricing and quotation activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure designs can be produced efficiently and cost‑effectively.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes and team effectiveness.

Skills

Structural analysis

FEA

Engineering software

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Remote Office Remote Office Tennessee 99999

A Brief Summary of This Position:

The Associate Engineer supports the structural analysis and design of standard utility products for the Valmont Utility Division. This role is responsible for engineering designs used in quotations, customer orders, and manufacturing, ensuring products meet customer specifications, safety standards, and cost objectives. Working closely with senior engineers, drafting, sales, and manufacturing teams, the Associate Engineer helps design structures that support electrical power transmission and distribution systems while managing assigned project timelines and engineering deliverables.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform structural analysis and design using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other engineering software.
• Apply engineering principles, standard procedures, and industry codes to complete design assignments.
• Interpret customer specifications and translate requirements into practical, manufacturable designs.
• Provide engineering support to drafting, sales, quoting, and project teams.
• Communicate technical information to internal stakeholders and customers.
• Assist with engineering‑related pricing and quotation activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure designs can be produced efficiently and cost‑effectively.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes and team effectiveness.

Additional Details:

Reports to the Site Engineering Supervisor/Manager.
Receives guidance and design review from senior engineers during training and development.
Supports drafters, project administrators, and other internal teams in reviewing and interpreting designs.
Has limited direct customer interaction through phone, email, and occasional site visits.
Coordinates daily work with team members to meet project milestones and optimize workflow.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or other related engineering field with 0-2 years of experience
• Technical competence in structural engineering
• Strengths in interpersonal skills, including the ability to adapt and professionally communicate with a variety of people
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Products including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to solve complex problems with high attention to detail and work in a fast‑paced environment subject to specific deadlines

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• Engineer-in-Training Certificate
• CAD skills
• Knowledge or understanding of computer programming
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner and be an integral part of a team environment

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

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.

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