Controls Developer

Why Join Altec?

Altec Industries is seeking a Controls Developer located in St. Joseph, MO. From customer interaction to custom product creation, Altec Engineers are leading the industry. Our mission is to profitably design, manufacture, and sell innovative custom products, services, and solutions to users of mobile telecom and utility equipment.

As a Controls Developer, you will architect, design, review, develop, validate and deploy technologies and systems for embedded controls on Altec products.

Customer First – Enjoyment of Work – Family – Financial Stability – Integrity – People Are Our Greatest Strength – Quality – Spiritual Development – Teamwork

Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level within the career path, the job level may be adjusted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline required.
• ABET EAC certified Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a Master’s Degree in Engineering is required for engineering degrees.
• Internal candidates - Minimum of four (4) years Altec experience in a Controls Developer or engineering role, two (2) of which must be after earning the Bachelor’s degree.
  • Applicable Masters counts as one (1) year of experience.
• External candidates - Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in an applicable role after earning the Bachelor’s degree.
  • Applicable Masters counts as one (1) year of experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work with team members and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated thorough understanding and ability in basic job practices and principles.
• Must effectively interact with other associates, departments, operations, distributors, vendors, customers, etc.
• Basic understanding of business principles and practice.
• Must be confident, dynamic, and successful in working as part of a team.
• Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time, potentially on short notice, which may include flying.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designing and architecting software systems.
• Rapid proof-of-concept development.
• Clearly articulate complicated systems to senior leaders in a way that is accessible and easily to understand.
• Presentation development and public speaking.
• Training others on topics related to software and engineering.
• Excellent understanding of software development best practices.
• Excellent understanding of software testing best practices.
• Coordinate effectively with other development teams on cross-team projects to meet customer requirements and due dates.
• Champion a high-level business goal to completion on schedule and on budget.
• Communicate with customers on issues of technical specifications, product design and operation.
• Manage a team of development and engineering resources.
• Support Operations, Sales, and Service.
• Participate and contribute productively as part of Altec’s team-oriented design, manufacture, and customer service/support efforts.

Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Program
• Retirement 401(k) Program
• Vacation and Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

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, 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.