ASTEC provides equipment and solutions for infrastructure, construction, and energy industries.
Create and modify engineering drawings and calculations using CAD/Inventor for equipment design.
8 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Entry-level
Full Time
Chattanooga, TN
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Equipment Manufacturing
Aftermarket Parts and Service
Asphalt Plant Supply
Asphalt Paving Equipment
Aggregate Processing Equipment
Recycling Equipment
Material Handling
Concrete Production Equipment
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Aggregates
Mining
Road Building
Concrete Production
Industrial Automation
Asphalt Plant Control Systems
Aggregate Processing
Role
Description
dimensional calc
product redesign
component selection
cad design
spec writing
compliance review
Provide accurate calculation of dimensions, weight limitations, and requirement materials.
Identify operational issues and redesign products to improve functionality.
Make basic and fundamental calculations for proper and economical selection of components incorporated in the design of the specific equipment or projects assigned.
Prepare references to illustrate workflow.
Ensure final designs comply with regulations.
Direct the efforts of any draftsman assigned to work with on the specific equipment or projects.
Write and release or supervise the writing and releasing of specifications and bills of material if required to cover the specific equipment or projects assigned.
Complete assignments on time as scheduled per Engineering release date.
Design new or special products and new developments or modifications on our product line in accordance with the theoretically established design specifications as to size, capacity, or other requirements.
Develop detailed designs with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
Do detail and assembly drawing work as well as general and overall layout work.
Requirements
autocad
inventor
solidworks
0-2 yrs
mechanical degree
communication
Ability to work well with others and demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
Ability to climb on equipment to inspect and gather data.
0-2 years of Experience in heavy equipment and/or structural design as well as AutoCAD 2-D and INVENTOR 3-D CAD software experience (or something similar like SolidWorks or Pro-E) is preferred.
Ability to operate necessary office equipment and tools to perform drafting functions which include CAD and INVENTOR systems.
Ability to perform duties in environments which include heavy industrial setting, quarry/pit locations, and construction sites with associated air pollutants and noise levels.
Founded with a vision to provide innovative equipment solutions to the construction industry.
A leader in the design and manufacturing of equipment for road building, aggregate processing, and energy sectors.
Delivers reliable, durable machinery that helps build infrastructure and energy projects around the world.
Known for pioneering technologies in asphalt mixing, crushing, screening, and environmental solutions.
Astec's commitment to product innovation has shaped major projects globally, from highways to power plants.
Throughout its history, Astec has led with a forward-thinking approach to sustainability in construction.
The company’s diverse portfolio spans across infrastructure development, industrial energy solutions, and more.
Astec’s impact can be seen in projects that range from municipal infrastructure to global energy plants.
Culture + Values
Safety
Devotion
Integrity
Respect
Innovation
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2050
Carbon Emission目标
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions in asphalt production and construction by 2050.
2050 Net-zero Goal
Industry-wide目标
Joined NAPA’s 'The Road Forward' initiative to support industry-wide net-zero by 2050.
2023 Solar Install
Solar PanelsInstalled
Installed solar panels at the Johannesburg, South Africa manufacturing site in 2023 to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Aims to decrease carbon footprint of global manufacturing operations and processes
Joined DOE Better Plants program to set and meet voluntary energy performance goals
Upgraded LED lighting at 12 manufacturing sites
Tracking and reducing electricity, water, natural gas consumption, waste streams and water usage
Designing products (e.g. Cold Planers, Double Barrel mixers, Concrete plants) to support high recycled asphalt or low-carbon concrete with partners like CarbonCure
Partnering with CarbonCure to reduce embodied CO₂ in concrete batching
Internal baselines established for GHG emissions and utility usage to guide reduction efforts
Inclusion & Diversity
Launched a Women in Leadership group to support career development for women (2021–2022 reporting period)
Corporate Sustainability Report (2021–2022) highlights investment in employee well-being, ethical operations and workplace safety
No publicly disclosed gender parity goals or workforce gender distribution percentages