Product Design Engineer (Entry Level/New Grad)

About the role

Altec is looking for a Product Design Engineer to join the Product Development team in St. Joseph, MO. Product Design Engineers get hands-on with the product and are responsible for all aspects of the design and deployment of product lines, working closely with Manufacturing and Service teams on ongoing maintenance and support of designs. 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 worldwide. Altec is an innovative, financially sound company leading the industry and setting the standard of excellence. Core values: Customer First, Enjoyment of Work, Family, Financial Stability, Integrity, People Are Our Greatest Strength, Quality, Spiritual Development, Teamwork.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an ABET EAC certified degree in Engineering required
• Degree in one of the following majors preferred: Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
• Completion of degree prior to start date required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with team members and with minimal supervision
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, potentially on short notice, which may include flying
• Prior interaction with Altec team at a recruitment event or previous intern/Co-op experience with Altec highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Use engineering methods and techniques to design or modify components and systems to meet technical objectives on time
• Areas of emphasis: Machine Design, Structural Design and FEA, 3D Modeling, Hydraulic System Design
• Analyze and solve complex product design, application, manufacturing, installation, and service problems
• Create unique, original product designs which may be patentable
• Analyze new technologies for potential application in utility equipment
• Direct other engineers and technical support personnel to carry out specific design tasks
• Analyze competitive product designs and report findings
• Implement defect prevention procedures or processes in product design or application
• Develop standards and procedures to improve the way products are designed and manufactured
• Provide technical leadership for supervisors

Benefits

• 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