RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking an experienced candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customer's world-class engineering and manufacturing facility.
This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.
Mechanical Engineer - Engine and Cooling Systems
This position will be responsible for the testing and development of engine & cooling components and systems for agriculture. These designs primarily include hoses, tubes, cooling packages, etc. but could also include electrical, hydraulic, structures, or other machine componentry. This role involves working closely with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams to develop and improve efficient, robust, and cost-effective solutions.
Responsibilities
- Create models and prints utilizing proper model-based definition methods and GD&T
- Creation and support of 2D drawings and specification documentation
- Support the factory with both durability and production builds
- Provide technical guidance and problem resolution
- Review, understand, and interpret specifications
- Communicate project details across all levels of the organization
- Manage multiple tasks and projects with different product groups
Requirements
- Bachelors of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree
- 2+ years of demonstrated product design or relevant mechanical engineering experience
- Proficient in 3D Modeling software (Creo Preferred)
- Excellent communication both written and verbal
- Demonstrated ability to complete projects with minimal oversight
- Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently
Desired Skills
- Experience working with engine & cooling designs, including welding and paint processes
- Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies
- Ability to address quality issues, determine root cause and drive to a corrective action
- Design experience with off-road mobile equipment, ideally crawlers
- Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments
- Knowledge and application of GD&T standards (trainable)
- Previous experience identifying and leading projects
- Experience operating off-road mobile equipment
- Previous experience with Windchill or PDMLink
- Strong communication and facilitation skills
- Ability to thrive in a team environment
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $60,000-$85,000 – 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 Minneapolis, branch office in Dubuque, IA, and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.
Competitive Benefits
- Health and Dental Insurance
- TelaDoc Healthiest You
- Supplemental Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability
- Short-term Disability
- Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
- 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 Skills Preferred Eng Structures Intermediate CAD PTC CREO Intermediate Education Preferred Bachelors of Science or better. Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering
- 2+ years of product design or mechanical engineering experience
- Proficient in 3D Modeling software (Creo Preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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
