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A Brief Summary of This Position:
Valmont is currently looking for a motivated and skilled individual to fill the Manufacturing Engineering Intern position within the NA Operations - Agriculture Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual who will be an active participant in contributing to the goals of the Manufacturing Engineering team while learning best practices from some of the finest Engineers in the world. You will learn a tremendous amount in this role. You will be given exposure to other parts of the business, including subject matter experts from a wide variety of divisions and professions.
Valmont’s internship program's mission is to provide a hands-on learning experience through project work, leadership development, job shadowing, and interaction with senior leadership.
This position is set to begin at the start of summer 2025, with full-time hours throughout the summer.
Essential Functions:
Actively participate and recommend changes in design criteria, analysis methods, drafting procedures, and developing new methods and procedures
Work with a design team that consists of one or more individuals from Manufacturing, Procurement, Service, Quality Assurance, and Engineering Services getting exposure to different angles of team development including the process used for troubleshooting potential design errors
Provide manufacturing engineering assistance in the resolution of product & machine problems
Assist in identifying capacity constraints, quality issues, material handling, as well as additional processes
Recommend tests to confirm theoretical designs when necessary and plan and coordinate the testing
Gain and subsequently apply design knowledge when considering the manufacturability of the final design
Participate in hands-on learning experiences through project work, leadership development, job shadowing, and interaction with senior leadership
Present learning and recommendations to various business leaders in both individual and group project formats
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate:
Enrolled in an accredited university and actively pursuing a degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering
Junior or senior standing with an anticipated graduation in the next 18 months
CAD skills including design applications and an ability to convert drawings to 3D models
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications
Ability to convert drawings to 3D models
Demonstrated strong communication interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Demonstrated problem-solving/critical thinking skills
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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, 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.
If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.