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 in Aurora, IL. 

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 II

Position is focused on design engineering, project management & supplier product application engineering for integration and optimization in mobile hydraulic systems. Activities encompass leading a global team including domestic and international engineers, hydraulic component suppliers and machine design teams to deliver innovative solutions aligned with vendor, client, and business needs.

Job Description

• Responsible for design engineering, project management & supplier product application engineering for integration and optimization in mobile hydraulic systems.
• Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanical devices.

• Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals to determine time and cost feasibility to complete projects.

• Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendation to maintenance crew.

• Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using tools, equipment or software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of design engineering experience.
• Demonstrates a strong mechanical aptitude through work experience or hobbies.
• Problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Must be a self-starter, good communication skills, able to thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Desired Experience

• Experience with CAD modeling software (Creo Preferred) 
• Experience with manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly operations.
• Hydraulics development experience

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

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