RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking engineers of all experience levels to join our engineering team. We work in many functional areas centered around the off-road heavy equipment industry. Additionally, we support most other industries including medical, power sports, lawn & garden and defense.
Mechanical Design Engineer
The mechanical design engineer is responsible for creating and developing innovative mechanical systems, products, and components. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, including other engineers, designers, and stakeholders, to design, analyze, and optimize mechanical solutions that meet project requirements and industry standards. This role involves using computer-aided design (CAD) software, simulations, and other tools to create detailed drawings, models, and prototypes.
Responsibilities
- Design of mechanical assemblies, parts, and systems for new and existing products used in the off-highway and mobile equipment industry.
- Creates parts and assemblies using 3D CAD software (ex. castings, light fabrications, large structures, electrical harnesses, hydraulics).
- Creates mechanical drawings, Bill of Materials information, and other documentation for product release.
- Evaluates prototype products and designs for possible refinement through assembly and test.
- Work in a team-friendly environment innovating new products for our clients.
Requirements
- Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree
- Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies
- Excellent communication both written and verbal
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments
- Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to thrive in a team environment
Desired Attributes
- Experience in 3D Modeling Software (Creo, SolidWorks, NX) preferred
- Previous experience with PDM systems
- Understanding of GD&T
- Design experience or exposure to off-road mobile equipment
- Ability to address quality issues, determine root cause and drive to a corrective action
- Communication skills
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $60,000-$120,000 – Commensurate with experience
About RFA Engineering
RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is the development of off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, mining, recreational, industrial, and special machines. Our work includes concept development, product design, documentation, problem-solving, simulation, optimization, and testing of components, systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Eden Prairie, MN, branch office in Dubuque, IA, and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.
Competitive Benefits
- Health and Dental Insurance
- TelaDoc Healthiest You
- Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
- Supplemental Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
- HSA for Medical Expenses
- Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Education Assistance
Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly
Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelors of Science or better. Equal Opportunity Employer
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, Agricultural Engineering or related degree
- Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments
- Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to thrive in a team environment
- Experience in 3D modeling software (Creo, SolidWorks, NX)
- Previous experience with PDM systems
- Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
- Design experience or exposure to off-road mobile equipment
- Ability to address quality issues, determine root cause, and drive corrective actions
What We Do
RFA serves 100's of clients ranging in size from Fortune 500 to entrepreneurial start-ups. We deliver engineering services from our Engineering Center in Eden Prairie, MN and at our client’s own facilities. Regardless of the manner which we deliver services, our goal is to please our clients, through consistent value of services which are aligned to the standards of our clients. We strive to work as a transparent extension of our client’s own engineering staff. We work in all areas of mechanical, software and electrical design, including off-highway mobile equipment and mechanical power transmission, consumer, recreational, industrial, medical products and one-of-a-kind special manufacturing machines. To see a complete listing of our open positions, please go to http://www.rfamec.com/careers/career-opportunities.html
