Applications Engineer

Job Description

Why Join Altec?

AltecMidwestis looking for anEngineerto join the Applications team located in St. Joseph, MO.This position will work to support Altec ’ s internal and external customers on projects related to product designs, current process sustainment, developing optimized processes, and supplier quality.

Building on over 95 years of growth and success, Altec specializes in the design, manufacture, sale, and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, and specialty equipment, supporting customers in over 100 countries throughout the world.Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that is leading the industry andsettingthe standard of excellence.

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Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted.

Qualifications

• ABET EAC-certified Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
  
  

OR

• Master of Science in Engineering from a college that offers ABET EAC-certified BS degrees.
  
  

OR

• Active PE license in the United States.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work with team members and work with minimal supervision
• Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time, potentially on short notice, which may include flying.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Practices prudent engineering and effectively apply formal engineering training adding to the overall effectiveness of the Engineering Group and enhancement of Altec’s position within the product line.
• Participates and contribute productively as part of Altec’s team-oriented design, manufacture and customer service/support efforts
• Operates with some decision-making latitude within the scope of an assignment.
• As directed, may assign work to Designers, Engineering Technologists and Engineers (entry level).
• Communicates with customers on issues of technical specifications, product design and operation as appropriate.
• Develops test specifications.
• Develops and tests prototypes.
• Ensures designs meet customer requirements and provide customer support to Operations, Sales, and Service
• Interfaces directly with Suppliers for product creation and support.
• Interfaces directly with Customers for products in the field.
• May manage various sizes of Altec projects and/or act as Team Lead.
• Fulfills assigned responsibilities in one or more of the following roles.
• Preforms analysis on critical components, providing design recommendations, and creating.
• Physical test reports as necessary.
• Provide engineering analysis for specific customer requirements within custom built timeline.
• Develops specifications of products, materials and components.
• Provides technical oversight to engineering technologists and designers.
• Champion quality initiatives when necessary.
  
  

Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Program
• Retirement 401(k) Program
• Vacation and Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  
  

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.