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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt
road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative
products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve
customers all over the world. 

ABOUT THE POSITION
The Electrical Engineering Intern shall assist in the development and implementation of clear,
complete, and accurate work plans and design drawings of electrical/electronic hardware and/or
control software for continuous improvement and/or new product development projects. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include but not limited to)
 Provide support to electrical engineers and designers in their tasks, such as creation of
designs, assembly drawings, design calculations, programming, testing, hardware
program uploads, wire harness design and troubleshooting.
 Provide support to electrical engineers and designers in finding replacements for obsolete
or long lead-time components.
 Uses computer-aided engineering, design software, and equipment to assist electrical
engineers and designers in the develop electrical/electronic design drawings and
schematics.
 Perform a variety of routine tasks that will provide the individual with familiarization with
the engineering methods, practices, and programs of the Company.
 Works with the Technical Publications Department to develop and update
operation/parts/service manuals.
 Communicates with individuals at all levels within the organization.
 Documents assigned tasks as required.
 Performs work according to supervisor's directives when requested.
 Adheres to all Astec design and coding standards.
 Performs engineering calculations as required during design cycle.
 Follows all company policies and procedures at all times.
 Follows proper safety procedures at all times.
 Wears personal protective equipment as required.
 Maintains a clean and presentable work area.
 Performs other duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
 Enrolled in an accredited university bachelor’s degree program pursuing an electrical
engineering or computer engineering major.
 Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Job-related Skills and Abilities
 Proficient with computer-aided design software.
 Engineering drawing reading and interpretation skills.
 Ability to work satisfactorily as a team member.
 Good communication skills (both verbal and written).
 Good organization and time-management skills.
 Willingness to accept responsibility and take on new challenges.
 Proficiency with personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite software applications.
 Adept at problem solving.

Language Skills 
 Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals,
technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
 Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
 Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of
managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
 Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and effectively present information to
customers and/or employees of organization and respond to questions from groups of
managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Reasoning Ability Skills 
 Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
 Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram
form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
 Must have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS 
 Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check. 
 Flexibility to work additional hours as required. 
 Occasional travel (including international). 
 Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. 
 Authorized to work in the U.S. full-time and without restriction during your internship at
company location(s).
 

SAFETY 
Astec is dedicated to a culture of Behavior Based SAFETY and a Healthy Environment!
 Proficient in promoting safe and healthy work environment.
 Notify area supervisor of product discrepancies or equipment malfunctions.
 Adhere to established company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety
regulations.
 Report defective materials, equipment, or questionable conditions to the area
supervisor/manager to identify and correct the root cause.
 Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with training guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary
position a minimum of 50% of the time, move and frequently operate a computer and other office
equipment and occasionally properly employ objects, tools and/or controls.  The employee is
frequently required to communicate and exchange accurate information.  The employee is
regularly required to reach and occasionally attain non-standard physical positions for varying
amounts of time.  Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 
The employee must regularly transport up to 10 pounds and occasionally transport up to 25
pounds.  Lifting devices must be used or help must be requested for anything over 25 pounds.   
Required to occasionally ascend/descend, balance and work at various heights.
Ability to travel by land and/or air for extended periods of time.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision,
depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to a climate-controlled
office environment and is occasionally exposed to a shop manufacturing environment.   

Office environment exposures include frequent and extensive telephone and computer use.  The
noise level in the office setting is usually moderate consistent with an office environment.  

Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts,
machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles,
welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric
shock.  The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic
chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures.  The noise level in the shop can be very
loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection.

Mines, road construction and forestry job site exposures include exposure to climate conditions
indicative of the geographic location and the season.  Field duties require that the employee work
in close proximity to heavy roadbuilding and construction equipment (dump trucks, loaders,
cranes, crushers, pavers, cold planers, material transfer vehicles, stabilizers, wheel loaders,
excavators, skidders, feller buncher, chippers, grinders etc.) and traffic associated with mines,
road construction, forestry and recycling sites.  The employee is frequently exposed to moving
mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high,
precarious places, toxic or caustic chemicals, vibration and risk of electrical shock.  The noise
level in this environment is usually loud and may require hearing protection. 
The employee is occasionally exposed to travel hazards associated with automobile and/or
airplane travel.  

Equal Opportunity Employer
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender
(sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.