Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer I page is loaded## Mechanical Designer Ilocations:
Colorado Springs COtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R Federal Drive, Building B Colorado Springs Colorado 80908
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***** We’re Here to Move the World Forward.
** Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

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* Fortune* 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today.
* We are the modern workforce*.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.
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* Essential Functions:

** Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Work on the ongoing development of new and existing product lines with limited to moderate design complexity.
* Design 3D parts and assemblies using Solid Works computer-aided design (CAD) software.
* Draft 2D prints in compliance with Conceal Fab standards using Solid Works 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 Conceal Fab 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.
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* Competencies:

*** 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.
** 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,…