At VAL-CO we work together as a global leader in providing innovative, value-focused products and services to the poultry, livestock and horticultural industries. We believe in all that we do by valuing people, integrity, quality, profitability, and stewardship. VAL-CO recognizes the importance and value of our employees and their families, and our customers and vendors. Each of their contributions are an integral part of the company's overall success.

Due to growth, we are currently seeking a Project Manager / Field Engineer to join our team! The Project Manager/ Field Engineer is an individual contributor with responsibility for the delivery of technical oversight and support to ensure sold projects are completed on time and meet our high standard of quality. In addition to managing projects, this role is also expected to accurately specify products and systems and to understand and effectively communicate technical information and principles to ensure a customer experience consistent with company business goals and core values. This role can make up to $75k depending on experience.

How you'll contribute:

• Managing multiple projects simultaneously ensuring all project timelines are met.
• Providing engineering support including project management, installation supervision, and service calls from the office and at customer sites as required.
• Troubleshooting and solving problems at project sites and for equipment in service.
• Providing timely communication and relevant information to all internal and external customers.
• Developing and updating project packages including construction drawings, schematics, installation support, product specifications, delivery schedules, etc.

• Developing and defining job-site schedules to identify key executables to meet customer expectations and provide timely updates to all relevant parties.
• Communicating project and technical support activities, needs, and task status within the Application Engineering department and across the company as needed.
• Providing written documentation for reference as required by company policy and supervisor.
• Conducting project post-mortem analysis and meetings to improve our project management processes.

• And more!

Qualifications

• Minimum of two-year technical degree in an engineering related field or equivalent experience, or enrolled in an Industrial Controls or Mechanics Technician program.
• 3 years of relevant field experience with construction, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Excellent organizational and written/verbal communications skills.
• Strong preference for multi-lingual skills, Spanish preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create blueprints/schematics/engineering drawings.

• Ability to work analytically to solve problems with variables true and perceived.
• Ability to travel overnight to customer locations. Estimated travel is about 50%, but varies depending on projects.
• Must be self-motivated; ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision.

What we offer:

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision available 1st of the month after first 30 days; 401(k) with company match; Paid holidays floating holiday; Paid time off personal day; Life insurance; Company provided Short Term Disability after 1 year; Other voluntary benefits - supplemental Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.