Valdes Architecture & Engineering

06/19/2025

Mechanical Engineer II Naji Fariz thrives in the innovative and collaborative culture at Valdes Architecture & Engineering. He offers the following insight on the great experience he’s had working on the diverse projects in the mechanical department.

06/17/2025

David Reinbold, Maureen Foster Vasselli, Brian Fordon, and Andy Carey had the privilege of joining LyondellBasell's "Focus in the Field” Global Safety Day event. This year's theme captured the essence of what keeps us all safe, reinforcing those everyday practices that build resilience and protect our teams. Thanks for hosting this meaningful event, LyondellBasell!

06/16/2025

As we continue our series, we are proud to highlight Principal Electrical Engineer Rolando Esquivel. Thank you, Rolando, for your dedication to safety excellence and for setting the standard in electrical engineering safety.

06/13/2025

Safety remains our top priority every single day at Valdes Architecture & Engineering! In recognition of our team's unwavering dedication to workplace safety, our Safety Director Brian Fordon hosted a special appreciation breakfast. Thank you to everyone who continues to make safety a cornerstone of our daily operations.

06/10/2025

Our Power Delivery Team is growing, and we're seeking a Senior Transmission Line Design Engineer to help design and analyze essential transmission infrastructure. This role is well-suited for an engineer who is focused on design as well as leadership. The best fit will have a strong technical expertise in transmission line design, a thorough understanding of industry standards and codes, and a collaborative, solution-focused approach.

Apply here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4212977595

06/09/2025

This week, we're proud to highlight Jake Stolley, whose unwavering commitment to safety excellence has made a lasting impact across our operations. As a Senior Process Engineer, Jake doesn't just follow safety protocols, he actively shapes them.

Thank you, Jake, for your dedication to keeping our workplace safe and setting the standard for safety excellence!

06/05/2025

When critical equipment fails, operations, revenue, and progress stop. Valdes Architecture & Engineering recently completed a project for an energy infrastructure client, where we replaced failing equipment with advanced performance monitoring systems to avoid total equipment failure. Learn more about our approach: https://valdeseng.com/case-study/propane-butane-cavern-electric-submersible-pump-replacement/

Contact us at [email protected] to get started on solving those complex infrastructure challenges today!

06/04/2025

Our Director of Business Development for Process Engineering, Ricardo R. Valbuena, shares his expertise on defect elimination. Read about his recommendations, and keep an eye out for the full article in Inspectioneering later this year!

As a former Reliability Manager, Ricardo R. Valbuena suggests implementing these essential steps to achieve sustainable reliability at your facility.

06/03/2025

"What matters is having a partner that is consistent and responsive. Valdes knows our pace, understands our priorities and adjusts with us when the unexpected happens.” - Burns & McDonnell Senior Environmental Scientist Ivan Williamson

The company's role has also expanded beyond remediation. Valdes Architecture & Engineering has supported Burns & McDonnell across a wide range of sectors, including utilities, aviation, transportation, transmission and distribution, water resources, industrial processes, data acquisition, scanning, and land surveying — bringing consistent value and versatility to multidisciplinary teams. Valdes Architecture & Engineering’s ability to understand diverse scopes and offer input makes them a reliable presence across project teams.

Read more about our partnership: https://lnkd.in/erpVHNgr

Thank you to Burns & McDonnell for this valued partnership!

06/02/2025

starts now at Valdes Architecture & Engineering!

Leading the charge is our Director of Safety Brian Fordon who champions safety excellence at Valdes.

Throughout June, we will spotlight team members who foster safe work environments and make safety a daily priority.

05/30/2025

Celebrating Our Amazing 2025 Graduates at Valdes Architecture & Engineering!
From kindergarten to college, we are incredibly proud of these outstanding students as each milestone represents dedication, hard work, and bright futures ahead:

Patricia Garcia – Preschool graduate and continuing at St. Hubert School
Henry Edison - Kindergarten graduate heading to Field Elementary School
Luke Meyer - Yorkville Middle School graduate heading to Yorkville High School
Logan Lawshe - Joliet West High School graduate continuing to Joliet Junior College
Noelle (Noey) Osborne - Capstone Degree with highest honors from Benet Academy continuing to Loyola
Allyson Zawisza - Manteno High School graduate continuing to Fox College Vet Tech Program
Valerie Churchill- Purdue University, B.S. Civil Engineering
Sage Osborne - Loyola Chicago Suma Cum Laude, B.S. Mathematics continuing with M.S. Mathematics at Loyola

Congratulations to all our graduates and their families!

05/28/2025

What makes Valdes Architecture & Engineering a great place to work? Our Talent Acquisition Manager, Berkeleigh Cotten, shares insight on why the innovative projects aren’t the only thing that makes Valdes special and a great place to work.

Ready to join us? Explore our opportunities: https://lnkd.in/e6Wm52g