Engineer

Engineer

Location: Creedmoor, North Carolina

Opening ID: 37473

Job Family: Engineer

Date Posted: Sep 29, 2026

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Job Description

Responsibilities

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The incumbent works in an entry-level capacity under the guidance of more experienced engineer and associates.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Learns Altec's product lines and systems/rules/processes required for different Engineering roles at Altec.
• 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 appropriate entry-level decision-making latitude within the scope of an assignment
• Knows and applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures in the engineering field
• 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
• Learns and utilize Lean principles to improve our products and processes
• Participates on various sizes of Altec projects
• Works within any of the Altec departments as assigned to grow knowledge and skill for future Altec positions

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• ABET EAC certified Bachelor''s Degree in Engineering or a Master's Degree in Engineering
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work with team members and work with minimal supervision
• Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time, potentially on short notice, which may include flying.

FINANCIAL BUDGETING, CAPITAL, AND/OR MANPOWER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

OTHER POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated record of responsibility
• Extremely detail oriented
• Customer Service Oriented
• Motivated, goal oriented and persistent
• Maintain Company confidentiality
• Must manage deadlines well
• Participate in Continuous Improvement Initiatives

Responsibility for Safety:

• Safety In everything we do

Responsibility to Prevent Errors:

• Ensures appropriate reviews have been performed as needed for high quality
• Follow all established process and guidelines

Mental Alertness:

• Continuous attention to all job functions ensuring quality products

Communication with Others:

• Requires outside and inside contacts to carry out company policy and programs; Improper handling will have considerable effect on operational results; Must often deal with matters requiring explanation, persuasion and obtaining of approvals

Basic Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor''s Degree in Engineering required. • EIT registration or ability to obtain registration required. • Current valid Driver''s License • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Must be able to work with team members and work with minimal supervision • Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time, potentially on short notice, which may include flying.

The job level is able to be adjusted at time of hire, if the candidate meets the qualifications for jobs of a more experienced level in the career path.

Your Organization

Our Company: Altec Inc., founded in 1929, 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 sign maintenance industries in more than 120 countries. At Altec, advanced technology efforts are aimed, without exception, 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.

Take a Career Step

• Work in a facility that manufactures, assembles, and tests its own designs.
• Support sales in a direct business-to-business customer relationship.
• Altec Inc. is a financially stable company with a history of continuous growth, providing a pool of resources to draw on for support and with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Advancement opportunities exist, with relocation potential around the country.

Altec specializes in the design, manufacture, sale, and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, telecom, and specialty equipment, supporting customers in over 100 countries throughout the world.

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.

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