Full-Time
Machine Design Engineer
Valmont
1,001-5,000 employees
Global infrastructure solutions provider for utilities
No salary listed
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship
Omaha, NE, USA + 1 more
More locations: Valley, NE, USA
In Person
Onsite at the Valley facility; requires up to 10% domestic and occasional international travel, including overnight stays.
Bachelor's, Master's, MBA
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- A preferred Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a technical degree with equivalent experience.
- Three to six years of experience in manufacturing engineering or machine design is required.
- Experience leading teams and managing vendors in construction or machinery project management as a project manager or project team leader.
- Successful experience leading and driving change on multiple projects.
- Advanced skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
- Proficiency with the Autodesk Suite, including AutoCAD, Inventor, and Vault.
- Familiarity with robotics, including Fanuc, Yaskawa, Kuka, or Nachi.
- Knowledge of steel metallurgy and welding processes.
- Ability to independently manage and complete projects with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency with machine controls, programmable logic controller hardware, and software.
- Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate and manage vision and purpose.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Aptitude for making decisions involving varied levels of risk and ambiguity.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail in a collaborative work environment.
- Participate in the conceptualization, design, and development of proprietary manufacturing equipment to meet global production needs and performance and quality requirements.
- Create detailed 3D models of manufacturing equipment, perform functional simulations, and verify design feasibility.
- Perform risk assessments for design and manufacturing processes and implement safety measures and mitigation strategies.
- Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure products meet specifications and standards.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for manufacturing issues while working with cross-functional teams.
- Ensure all appropriate process, equipment, and project documentation is captured and stored in the appropriate digital system for knowledge retention.
- Analyze operating, labor, material, and variable costs to identify cost-reduction opportunities across the project portfolio.
- Monitor equipment performance after implementation, identify areas for improvement, and implement enhancements to maximize efficiency, safety, and reliability.
- Meet or exceed established project performance goals.
- Work independently or in groups.
- Communicate and build relationships with end users, peers, management, and third parties.
- Facilitate work with internal and external parties.
- Travel up to 10%, including overnight stays, primarily domestically with some international travel.
- An advanced degree, specifically an MBA, Master of Engineering, or Master of Science in a technical field.
- Experience with finite element analysis.
- Certified Machine Safety Expert certification or similar machine safety certification.
- Knowledge of Lean tools and principles.
- Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer license.
Valmont supplies infrastructure products and engineered solutions for road safety, power, wireless, lighting, energy, mining, water management, and agriculture, designing and manufacturing steel poles, towers, lighting, irrigation, and other infrastructure components for government, utilities, and agricultural customers. These products are delivered through direct sales and long-term contracts, providing site-specific, durable solutions that support transportation, energy networks, and farming operations. It differentiates itself with a global footprint across 100 countries and 87 facilities, a diversified end-market mix, and recurring revenue from long-term contracts. Its goal is to help customers improve safety, efficiency, and resource management while supporting growth in energy, food production, and infrastructure worldwide.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Cherryvale, Kansas
Founded
1946
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 revenue rose 6.5% to $1.12 billion; EPS reached $6.14.
- Valmont raised 2026 sales guidance to $4.3–$4.45 billion on July 21.
- Infrastructure sales jumped 14.8%; North America Utility grew 33.9% in Q2.
What critics are saying
- Agriculture sales fell 15.8% in Q2 2026, with international sales down 28.9%.
- North America telecom sales weakened as mobile operators cut capital spending in Q2 2026.
- Guidance assumes stable tariffs, steel, FX, and Middle East conditions through 2026.
What makes Valmont unique
- Valmont spans utility structures, coatings, and irrigation, capturing adjacent infrastructure budgets.
- Its July 2026 backlog of $1.675 billion supports delivery reliability and factory utilization.
- North America Utility leadership ties Valmont to grid modernization and data-center load growth.
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Health Insurance
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Employer Paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Company News
Valmont, a provider of engineered products and infrastructure services for agriculture, reported Q2 revenues of $1.12 billion, up 6.5% year-on-year and exceeding analyst expectations by 2.6%. The company beat earnings per share estimates and slightly topped full-year revenue guidance. Despite strong results, Valmont's stock declined 3.6% following the announcement, suggesting investor expectations may have been higher than published analyst projections. The stock currently trades at $506.79. Across the building materials sector, the nine tracked stocks collectively reported revenues that beat consensus estimates by 4.5%. However, share prices have declined an average of 2.5% since earnings were released. Carlisle Companies delivered the strongest Q2 performance amongst peers, reporting revenues of $1.57 billion, up 8.3% year-on-year and outperforming expectations by 6.3%.
Valmont brings genetic testing into its personalized skincare strategy. * Written by Emily Chen * Aug 10, 2026 The Swiss skincare company is combining genetic analysis, lifestyle assessment and beauty treatments in a $1,500 program that reflects the expanding market for personalized longevity. Valmont is moving deeper into the growing longevity market with The Art of Longevity, a personalized program combining genetic testing, lifestyle assessment and skincare expertise. Developed with longevity specialist Dr. Filippo Ongaro, the initiative produces an individualized plan covering skin, sleep, mobility, nutrition and mental resilience, extending the company's traditional beauty focus into a broader interpretation of wellness. The program begins with an assessment of 146 variations across 90 genes alongside a 40-question lifestyle questionnaire. According to Valmont, the analysis considers factors including cell regeneration, oxidative stress and inflammation before informing a personalized blueprint of treatments and lifestyle priorities. Participants may then receive skincare recommendations, facials and other treatments incorporating techniques such as lymphatic drainage, fasciatherapy, Kobido and mind-body massage. The approach reflects a wider shift in the beauty and wellness industries, where personalization is increasingly moving beyond product recommendations toward biological data and lifestyle information. Valmont cites Research and Markets projections that the global longevity economy will surpass $740 billion in 2026, a market being shaped by growing interest in areas including genomics, artificial intelligence and regenerative medicine. The company's program illustrates how skincare brands are positioning themselves within that broader conversation about aging and long-term well-being. Genetic testing also introduces questions about privacy that do not arise with conventional beauty consultations. Valmont says testing is performed by certified European laboratory BMR Genomics, with participant information encrypted and anonymized in accordance with GDPR requirements. The company also states that raw genetic data remains confidential and is restricted to the individual evaluation, making data handling an important component of a service built around highly personal biological information. The Signature Longevity Blueprint costs $1,500, while personalized Mind & Body treatments begin at $295. It is currently available at La Maison Valmont locations in Madrid, Munich and New York at The Carlyle Hotel, with Beverly Hills expected to follow in 2027. Whether consumers embrace this combination of skincare and genetic analysis remains to be seen, but its arrival demonstrates how the language and tools of longevity are increasingly entering the premium beauty market.
Catherine J. Paglia Promoted To Valmont's Board Chairman As Mogens Bay Will Retire | Published on: Jul 30, 2026
Valmont top line rises on product sales mix. Valmont Industries (NYSE: VMI), based in Omaha, NE, reported top line sales for 2Q26 of $1.12 billion, up over six percent from $1.05 billion in 2Q25. The company derives its sales from two main lines of business: Infrastructure and Agriculture. Infrastructure is Valmont's primary business, accounting for 78 percent of net sales in the quarter, at $879 million, a 15 percent year-over-year increase. The unit comprises towers and structural products and solutions designed for utility, lighting, transportation, and telecommunications infrastructure markets, along with coatings services to protect metal products. The company says Infrastructure end markets remained strong, supporting sales growth of 34 percent in North America Utility and 17 percent in North America Coatings, driven by favorable pricing and higher volumes. International sales increased primarily due to favorable foreign currency impacts. These increases were partially offset by lower volumes in North America telecom markets mainly due to reduced capital spending among mobile network operators. Agriculture, accounting for the remaining 22 percent of net sales, includes center pivot and linear irrigation equipment components for agricultural markets, including aftermarket parts and tubular products, and advanced technology solutions for precision agriculture. Agriculture sales declined 16 percent YoY to $244 million, compared to $289 million in 2Q25. North American irrigation sales decreased by more than two percent due to lower volumes amid what the company says is continued agriculture market softness, partially offset by favorable pricing. International sales decreased 29 percent, driven primarily by disruptions associated with the ongoing Middle East conflict. Based on its performance through mid-year, Valmont raised its guidance for full year 2026 midpoint net sales to $4.4 billion, with Infrastructure mid-point net sales of $3.5 billion and Agriculture net sales unchanged from prior guidance of $925 million. The company's capital expenditure guidance remained unchanged at $170-200 million for the year. Valmont points out its guidance assumes that, as of July 17, steel costs are aligned with futures markets, foreign currency is based on prevailing FX rates and current tariffs apply, with no material change to the current trade or tariff environment. By John Celentano, Inside Towers Business Editor
Valmont Industries reported second-quarter net income of $119.9 million, or $6.14 per share, exceeding Wall Street expectations of $5.76 per share. The Omaha, Nebraska-based infrastructure equipment maker posted revenue of $1.12 billion, surpassing analysts' forecasts of $1.09 billion. For the full year, Valmont expects earnings between $22.25 and $23.50 per share, with revenue ranging from $4.3 billion to $4.45 billion. The company's results beat estimates from six analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research.