Applications Engineer at Altec in Duluth, MN

Summary: Altec is an innovative company specializing in the manufacture, sale, and service of aerial devices and specialty equipment. The Applications Engineer position is an entry-level role focused on learning Altec's product lines and contributing to engineering projects while supporting operations and customer service efforts. 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 Required Qualifications: - 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 - 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 Required Skills: Engineering fundamentals, Lean principles Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Program, Retirement 401(k) Traditional or Roth Program Options with Company Match, Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Short Term and Long Term Disability Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance Program, Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Supplemental Insurance including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance, Additional Wellness Programs and Rewards Available