What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENGINEERING CO-OP (2026 Spring/Summer/Fall) position at Altec?
Job Description
Why Join Altec?
Come join the industry leader in hydraulic utility equipment! Altec is experiencing record growth and is committed to hiring candidates who will help continue that success.
As an Engineering Co-Op, you’ll support all functional areas of our Engineering Team at our Birmingham campus, with a primary focus on Rapid Continuous Improvement (RCI). You’ll rotate through all three Engineering Departments—Manufacturing, Quality, and Design—gaining hands-on experience and making a real impact on the products we build.
What You’ll Do
EEO Statement
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, gender identity, 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.
Why Join Altec?
Come join the industry leader in hydraulic utility equipment! Altec is experiencing record growth and is committed to hiring candidates who will help continue that success.
As an Engineering Co-Op, you’ll support all functional areas of our Engineering Team at our Birmingham campus, with a primary focus on Rapid Continuous Improvement (RCI). You’ll rotate through all three Engineering Departments—Manufacturing, Quality, and Design—gaining hands-on experience and making a real impact on the products we build.
What You’ll Do
- Participate in RCI events and engineering projects across multiple departments
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians to improve processes and product quality
- Contribute to real-world solutions that directly support our production teams
- Gain exposure to Altec’s custom manufacturing environment and engineering systems
- Enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university and in good academic standing
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- At least 18 years of age
- Completed a minimum of 24 credit hours or hold sophomore standing
- Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Industry leader with a strong reputation for innovation and quality
- Real-world engineering experience with meaningful projects
- Supportive team environment and mentorship opportunities
- Potential for future full-time employment
EEO Statement
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, gender identity, 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.
