Altec · 8 hours ago
Co-Op, Engineering
St Joseph, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New GradAltec is currently recruiting an Engineering Co-Op for a one semester commitment, from January-June 2026. The co-op will be placed into design or manufacturing groups, working alongside full-time associates on projects that focus on lean manufacturing principles and new product development.
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Responsibilities
Co-ops will be placed into the design or manufacturing groups and treated like full-time associates
They will have projects assigned by the managers and work side by side full-time associates
Lead and participate in Lean/Continuous Improvement events
Manufacturing Co-ops will be focused on implementing lean manufacturing principles
Altec utilizes the RCI (Rapid Continuous Improvement or KAIZEN) process to implement change
The co-ops will be members and leaders of these teams throughout the 8 months at Altec
In addition to RCI’s, major projects will be assigned such as: Layout of a plant to add additional machinery (lasers, press brake and lathe)
Improving efficiencies in the fiberglass plant through RCI events, design changes and rearranging the layout of the facility
Design Co-ops will work on projects in the testing facility
Projects may include: Member of a new product development team assisting in the design of a new product
Testing- strain gauge and structural testing of a new design
Supporting production on prototype units after the initial design has been completed
Participating in a project with another full-time engineer which consists of redesigning an entire hydraulic system for a current design
Composites Co-ops will help design/development process, launch innovative engineered composite products and work directly with our suppliers
Lead design/development and coordinate through manufacturing launch
Work in a fast-paced environment with cutting-edge composite materials and processes
Keep current on new materials and processing
Composite supplier development: Direct raw material and project in/outsourcing
Project and Engineer Management: Responsibly manage time and project schedule
Qualification
Required
Pursuing an ABET EAC certified degree in Engineering required
Preferred
A degree in one of the following majors preferred: Mechanical Engineering
A degree in one of the following majors preferred: Industrial Engineering
A degree in one of the following majors preferred: Agricultural Engineering
A degree in one of the following majors preferred: Material Science or Composites Engineering
A degree in one of the following majors preferred: Aerospace Engineering
Completion of Dynamics & Statics Classes preferred
Prior interaction with Altec team at a recruitment event highly preferred
Benefits
Housing
Company
Altec
Altec is a leading provider of products and services to the electric utility, tree care, telecommunications and lights and signs markets.
Founded in 1998
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Altec has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amanda O'Riley, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
Casey J.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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