Design Engineer

• Provide timely response to Root Cause Analysis and Corrective action requests related to design issues and/or warranty problems to support the engineering solution applied in the field.

• Assist peers with workloads as needed for total project completion by management expectations or production deadlines.

• Proficient in promoting a safe and healthy work environment.

• Adheres to established company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations.

• Wears personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines.

• Maintain cleanliness in designated workspace by practicing 6S principles to reduce safety risks.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

• A bachelor’s degree required in, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, a related field or equivalent and/or combination of training and experience.

• 2+ Years of Engineering experience required.

• Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships by engaging with various personalities including customers, vendors, co-workers, and management while working both individually and as part of a team.

• Must be able to take on more complex and advanced engineering projects while balancing project management responsibilities.

• Proven ability to influence, lead teams, and drive change.

• Skill in working efficiently and accurately to keep up with engineering, sales, and production requirements.

• Flexible and adaptable in prioritizing workloads, coping with pressure, deadlines, and rapidly changing situations.

• Proven results with creation and maintenance of engineering design standards and drawing standards.

• Ability to attract and retain engineering talent.

• Customer-oriented, with the ability to represent Peterson engineering ideas, and designs to non-technical audiences.

• Extensive cross functional team experience including technical and non-technical work.

• Proficient in a combination of the following software packages, or equivalent: MS Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, and Dynamics AX), AutoDesk Design Suite ( e.g. AutoCAD, Inventor, Nastran In-CAD, 3DS Max, and AutoCAD Electrical),

• Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Must be a creative thinker, results-oriented, analytical mindset, and a focused problem-solver.

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations: None

Our Culture and Values Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers

• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business

• Respect for all individuals

• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation

• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success