SR CAD Designer

2045 Westgate Dr Carrollton Texas

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This is an individual contributor position responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining detailed technical drawings, fabrication prints, and design documentation that support Valmont Site Pro 1 (SP1) product lines. The CAD Designer collaborates with engineering, drafting, manufacturing, and product development teams to ensure designs meet customer specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and industry standards. The role delivers accurate, high-quality designs that support efficient production, cost control, and on-time delivery.

• This position reports into the Senior Engineering Supervisor and has no direct reports.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and sales teams to develop and revise CAD drawings and detailed fabrication documents for SP1 telecom structures and components.
• Create accurate 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar CAD software according to project specifications and Valmont standards.
• Ensure drawings are complete, accurate, and optimized for manufacturing, assembly, and installation.
• Maintain drawing libraries and ensure version control for all design documentation.
• Provide technical support to cross-functional teams by interpreting drawings and clarifying design intent.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives by contributing to design solutions and design-for-manufacturing practices.
• Update documentation and drawings in response to engineering change notices (ECNs) or customer requirements.
• Work with production teams to resolve drawing or design issues that arise during fabrication.
• Assist in standardizing drawing templates, documentation practices, and CAD processes across the team.

• Associate’s degree in Drafting, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field OR 3+ years of relevant CAD drafting/design experience
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, or similar)
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, fabrication processes, and manufacturing principles
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical specifications, blueprints, and industry standards
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting/Design, or a related field
• Prior experience in telecom or utility infrastructure product design
• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication, welding, and structural steel manufacturing processes
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems or ERP-integrated CAD workflows

Work is typically performed in an office setting. The incumbent is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, and to talk and listen in conversations or meetings. The environment is fast-paced and demanding  travel is required for this position. The employee may use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working with files, forms, and computers.

The employee may move about the office occasionally. Proper ergonomic safeguards should be utilized. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance…