Co-Op Engineer

Job Description

Co-Op Engineer – Focus Factory

Company: Altec Industries, Inc.

Location: Elizabethtown, KY

Why Join Altec?

Altec Industries is seeking Co-Op Engineers for our Focus Factory located in Elizabethtown, KY. We offer opportunities in various engineering fields including Applications, Manufacturing, Quality, Product, and Supply Chain. Our mission is to profitably design, manufacture, and sell innovative custom products, services, and solutions to users of mobile telecom and utility equipment.

Altec Engineers are at the forefront of the industry, involved in every stage from customer interaction and new product design to the implementation of manufacturing processes. Engineers make a significant impact at Altec and play a crucial role in the lives of our customers who are responsible for essential services like keeping the lights on, trees trimmed, and televisions working. If you possess strong design skills, a knack for problem-solving, and a mechanical troubleshooting aptitude, this co-op is an excellent opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:

As an Engineering Co-Op at Altec, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work with an Engineer to perform engineering assignments including research, testing, design, and/or development.
• Develop problem-solving skills to address short- and long-term production issues, with the ability to see a direct impact.
• Assist in the design application of projects, where creativity and/or innovation are required.
• Learn to identify and reduce unneeded costs in manufacturing.
• Apply engineering procedures and calculations to develop solutions to problems.
• Support and participate in Continuous Improvement events and activities.
• Implement Lean principles throughout the facility.
• Participate in personal and professional development sessions.

Qualifications:

• Education: Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Engineering required (excludes Technology degrees).
• Preferred Majors:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Agricultural/BioSystems Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
• Coursework: Must have completed a minimum of 24 hours of coursework, or have earned Sophomore class standing.
• Software Skills: Knowledge of SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D design software) is required.
• GPA: Must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Prior Experience (Highly Preferred): Prior interaction with an Altec team at a recruitment event or past intern/co-op experience with Altec.

Our Company:

Altec specializes in the manufacture, sale, and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, and specialty equipment for the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, construction, and light and sign maintenance industries in more than 100 countries. Our advanced technology efforts are exclusively aimed at helping customers work “Safer and Smarter.” Altec invests more resources than any other manufacturer in the advancement of safety, reliability, uptime, and low cost of ownership.

Founded in 1929, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that is setting the standard for excellence in design, manufacturing, and service. This commitment ensures the stability of a well-managed company for our associates. Join the thousands who have made Altec their career decision!

Altec Guiding Principles:

• Customer First
• Enjoyment of Work
• Family
• Financial Stability
• Integrity
• People Are Our Greatest Strength
• Quality
• Spiritual Development
• Teamwork

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.