Design & Manufacturing Engineer – Lean & PLM Focus

Altec Industries, Inc; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Altec Industries in Elizabethtown, KY is seeking Engineers for our Focus Factory, with opportunities across Applications, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering. Learn product lines, apply engineering training, and contribute to team-driven design, manufacture, and customer service activities.

Role requires strong communication, problem-solving and collaboration skills, plus up to 25% travel. This position supports lean initiatives and continuous improvement across multiple departments as you

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering; excludes Technology
• Preferred majors: Mechanical, Industrial, BioSystems/Agriculture, or Aerospace Engineering
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Ability to work with team members and with minimal supervision
• Willing to travel up to 25% of the time, potentially on short notice, which may include flying
• Prior interaction with Altec through recruitment events or past intern/coop experience with Altec highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Learn Altec’s product lines and systems/rules/processes required for different Engineering roles at Altec.
• Practice 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.
• Participate and contribute productively as part of Altec’s team-oriented design, manufacture and customer service/support efforts.
• Operate with appropriate entry-level decision-making latitude within the scope of an assignment.
• Know and apply fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures in the engineering field.
• Communicate with customers on issues of technical specifications, product design and operation as appropriate.
• Provide technical support to sales associates.
• Support Operations, Sales, and Service.
• Interface directly with Suppliers and Customers.
• Learn and Utilize Lean principles to improve our products and processes.
• Work within any of the Altec departments as assigned to grow knowledge and skill for future Altec positions.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement Initiatives

Skills

2D AutoCAD

3D SolidWorks

Teamcenter or PLM

Lean Manufacturing

Detail oriented

Customer service oriented

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Job description

Altec Industries in Elizabethtown, KY is seeking Engineers for our Focus Factory, with opportunities across Applications, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering. Learn product lines, apply engineering training, and contribute to team-driven design, manufacture, and customer service activities.

Role requires strong communication, problem-solving and collaboration skills, plus up to 25% travel. This position supports lean initiatives and continuous improvement across multiple departments as you