Hiring: Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Automation & Robotics Technology Company: Valmont Industries, Inc. Location: Omaha, NE Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 14:23:42 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, Assembly, AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, PLC, Project Management About the job Experience: •7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering required. Required Skills: •Will provide strategic leadership and direction to the manufacturing engineering endeavors of the company. •Remains apprised of cutting-edge and new-to-world technologies via trade shows, collaborations, periodicals, and other research. •Process Development: Design and develop manufacturing processes for new products, ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. •Implement and optimize automation and robotic systems to enhance production capabilities. •Identify and lead initiatives to improve manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity. •Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure products meet specifications and standards. •Provide technical support and troubleshooting for manufacturing issues, working closely with cross-functional teams. •Develop & lead projects by applying lean principles to conduct process flow analysis, improve process time, improve 1st pass yield, reduce process variation, and improve process stability. Qualifications: •Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a technical degree with equivalent experience. 7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering required. •Advanced knowledge of Lean Methodologies required. Experience across various lean tools and lean systems thinker. •Construction / Machinery Project Management experience leading teams & managing vendors as a project manager and/or project team leader •Proven successful experience leading and driving change on multiple projects •Proven history of problem solving in an environment involving welding, thermal cutting, forming, machining, assembly, and other manufacturing processes •Advanced skills in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Project •Proficient designing/programming/troubleshooting with Allen-Bradley PLC Hardware & Software (i.e. Control Logix 5000, Factory Talk Studio, etc.) •Strong leadership skills and effective at motivating and managing vision and purpose •The ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment •Aptitude of making decisions involving varied levels of risk and ambiguity Compensation: •$5,250 per year •Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!