Cost and Maintenance Engineer at Valmont Industries, Inc. in Baltimore City County, MD | Kablio

Role

Description

material take‑off

cost estimating

cmms tracking

gantt scheduling

project coordination

mtbf analysis

Champion LOTO, molten‑metal, chemical‑handling and confined‑space rules.
Receive RFQs, perform material take‑off and prepare BOQ/BOM, cost estimates and quotations.
Consolidate client POs and revisions; update pricing when scope changes.
Track estimate‑vs‑actual cost and explain variances to Finance & Sales.
Prepare simple Gantt schedules, RFQs and technical specs; monitor contractor HSE compliance.
Enter and track work orders in the CMMS; follow up on parts availability and job closure.
Coordinate approvals, distribute job packets (BOM, drawings, PD, JO) to Production, QA, Finance and Supply Chain.
Assist the Plant Engineering team in planning & executing minor projects: kettle relines, acid‑bath desludging, crane upgrades, burner replacements, etc.
Participate in Kaizen events to cut zinc losses, energy use and downtime.
Collect MTBF/MTTR data for critical equipment and highlight chronic issues.
Maintain auditable records for ISO 9001.
Generate Sales Orders, Order Confirmations, Picking Dockets and Job Orders; maintain document control in ERP.

Requirements

engineering degree

cmms

autocad

solidworks

erp

cost engineering

Strong stakeholder communication and safety‑first mindset.
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, Metallurgical or similar Engineering discipline (PRC‑licensed preferred).
At least 1 year exposure to plant maintenance, reliability or small CAPEX projects.
CMMS data entry, root‑cause & variance analysis.
Cost modelling, BOQ/BOM creation (Excel, AutoCAD/SolidWorks).
Cost‑estimating or quantity‑surveying coursework is advantageous.
ERP / OA systems, basic project‑management (MS‑Project).
Training in hot‑dip galvanizing, corrosion protection or maintenance management a plus.
3–5 years cost engineering / estimating in metals, fabrication or chemical processing.

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Over 100 countries

Global Reach

Valmont operates in over 100 countries, providing specialized solutions across diverse industries.

From a small manufacturer to a global leader in infrastructure and agricultural solutions.
Designs and manufactures products for utility, communications, transportation, and irrigation industries.
Provides cutting-edge solutions for water resource management, including center pivots and drip irrigation systems.
Products serve diverse sectors like energy, agriculture, industrial infrastructure, and water resources.
A key partner for large-scale infrastructure projects due to its engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities.
Long history of providing custom-designed products, such as utility poles, towers, and solar energy solutions.
A major player in solar energy infrastructure, offering support structures for solar power plants worldwide.
Center-pivot irrigation systems revolutionized farming efficiency and are now a standard in agricultural technology.
Innovative and adaptive, continually meeting the evolving needs of its diverse customer base with advanced, sustainable solutions.

Culture + Values

Integrity: We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.
Innovation: We embrace change and continuously seek to improve.
Collaboration: We work together to achieve shared goals.
Customer Focus: We are committed to exceeding customer expectations.
Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Excellence: We strive for the highest quality in everything we do.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Net Zero Target

Carbon Neutral Goal

Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.

100% Renewable Energy by 2030

Sustainable Operations

100% of energy used in operations will be sourced from renewable sources by 2030.

15% Water Usage Reduction

Water Conservation

Aims to reduce water usage by 15% by 2025.

100% Sustainable Design

Product Design

100% of products are designed to meet sustainability criteria.

Reduction in carbon footprint through innovative production methods.
Continuous improvement in material efficiency and recycling efforts.

Inclusion & Diversity

Women hold 35% of leadership roles

Diverse Representation

35% of global leadership roles are held by women, reflecting a strong commitment to diversity and equal representation across teams.

Gender pay equity achieved across the company.
Partnerships with organizations to advance workforce diversity.
Internal employee resource groups for women, veterans, and diverse communities.
Diverse hiring goals to increase underrepresented groups in leadership.

Articles

About Valmont

Careers

Sustainability

Role

Description

material take‑off

cost estimating

cmms tracking

gantt scheduling

project coordination

mtbf analysis

Champion LOTO, molten‑metal, chemical‑handling and confined‑space rules.
Receive RFQs, perform material take‑off and prepare BOQ/BOM, cost estimates and quotations.
Consolidate client POs and revisions; update pricing when scope changes.
Track estimate‑vs‑actual cost and explain variances to Finance & Sales.
Prepare simple Gantt schedules, RFQs and technical specs; monitor contractor HSE compliance.
Enter and track work orders in the CMMS; follow up on parts availability and job closure.
Coordinate approvals, distribute job packets (BOM, drawings, PD, JO) to Production, QA, Finance and Supply Chain.
Assist the Plant Engineering team in planning & executing minor projects: kettle relines, acid‑bath desludging, crane upgrades, burner replacements, etc.
Participate in Kaizen events to cut zinc losses, energy use and downtime.
Collect MTBF/MTTR data for critical equipment and highlight chronic issues.
Maintain auditable records for ISO 9001.
Generate Sales Orders, Order Confirmations, Picking Dockets and Job Orders; maintain document control in ERP.

Requirements

engineering degree

cmms

autocad

solidworks

erp

cost engineering

Strong stakeholder communication and safety‑first mindset.
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, Metallurgical or similar Engineering discipline (PRC‑licensed preferred).
At least 1 year exposure to plant maintenance, reliability or small CAPEX projects.
CMMS data entry, root‑cause & variance analysis.
Cost modelling, BOQ/BOM creation (Excel, AutoCAD/SolidWorks).
Cost‑estimating or quantity‑surveying coursework is advantageous.
ERP / OA systems, basic project‑management (MS‑Project).
Training in hot‑dip galvanizing, corrosion protection or maintenance management a plus.
3–5 years cost engineering / estimating in metals, fabrication or chemical processing.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Over 100 countries

Global Reach

Valmont operates in over 100 countries, providing specialized solutions across diverse industries.

From a small manufacturer to a global leader in infrastructure and agricultural solutions.
Designs and manufactures products for utility, communications, transportation, and irrigation industries.
Provides cutting-edge solutions for water resource management, including center pivots and drip irrigation systems.
Products serve diverse sectors like energy, agriculture, industrial infrastructure, and water resources.
A key partner for large-scale infrastructure projects due to its engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities.
Long history of providing custom-designed products, such as utility poles, towers, and solar energy solutions.
A major player in solar energy infrastructure, offering support structures for solar power plants worldwide.
Center-pivot irrigation systems revolutionized farming efficiency and are now a standard in agricultural technology.
Innovative and adaptive, continually meeting the evolving needs of its diverse customer base with advanced, sustainable solutions.

Culture + Values

Integrity: We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.
Innovation: We embrace change and continuously seek to improve.
Collaboration: We work together to achieve shared goals.
Customer Focus: We are committed to exceeding customer expectations.
Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Excellence: We strive for the highest quality in everything we do.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Net Zero Target

Carbon Neutral Goal

Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.

100% Renewable Energy by 2030

Sustainable Operations

100% of energy used in operations will be sourced from renewable sources by 2030.

15% Water Usage Reduction

Water Conservation

Aims to reduce water usage by 15% by 2025.

100% Sustainable Design

Product Design

100% of products are designed to meet sustainability criteria.

Reduction in carbon footprint through innovative production methods.
Continuous improvement in material efficiency and recycling efforts.

Inclusion & Diversity

Women hold 35% of leadership roles

Diverse Representation

35% of global leadership roles are held by women, reflecting a strong commitment to diversity and equal representation across teams.

Gender pay equity achieved across the company.
Partnerships with organizations to advance workforce diversity.
Internal employee resource groups for women, veterans, and diverse communities.
Diverse hiring goals to increase underrepresented groups in leadership.

Articles

About Valmont

Careers

Sustainability