Engineer II
About the role
Further develop knowledge of Altec, Engineering practices, and technical leadership.
Converts order requirements into a proposal package for the Customer and a technical build package for Operations inclusive of Unit/Body/Chassis and all associate components and systems. Develops specifications of products, materials and components. Provides technical oversight to engineering technologists and designers.
If you're considering a career with Altec, there's never been a better time to join us! Our company was founded on values that place the customer first and prioritize our people as our greatest strength. Over the years, those values and our talented associates have helped us to earn the trust and confidence of customers worldwide. Today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that sets the standard of excellence in design, manufacturing and service — and that's why we're the ideal place for you to grow your career. Founded in 1929, Altec is a privately held company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. 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 signs markets. We help our customers dig deeper and reach higher in more than 100 countries around the world.
Responsibilities
Converts order requirements into a proposal package for the Customer and a technical build package for Operations inclusive of Unit/Body/Chassis and all associate components and systems. Develops specifications of products, materials and components. Provides technical oversight to engineering technologists and designers.
- 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
- Knows and applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures in the engineering field
- 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
- Supports Operations, Sales, and Service
- Interfaces directly with Suppliers and Customers
- Utilizes Lean principles to improve our products and processes
- May manage various sizes of Altec projects and/or act as Team Lead.
- Design final product to customer specification
- Create custom designs for unique applications
- Design structural and mechanical components
- Develop electrical and hydraulic systems
Qualifications
- ABET EAC certified Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a Master’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Preferred)
- Internal candidates - Minimum of two (2) years' Altec full-time experience. Applicable Masters counts as one year of experience. ***Coop, Intern, Temp experience does not count towards the requirements
- External candidates - Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in an engineering role after earning the Degree in Engineering. Applicable Masters counts as one year of experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to work with team members and work with minimal supervision
- Must be willing