Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Engineer

Reports to: Engineering Manager

• Job Type:

  • Full Time

  • Exempt

• Location:

  • Allegan, MI

Company Profile:
The RCI Adventure Products (RCI) team is wholeheartedly focused on bringing fun to the world by creating profitable adventure entertainment attractions for business owners across the globe. RCI is dedicated to hardworking and career-oriented individuals who are as passionate about their work as they are about their lives. Our success is centered around a fun company culture, excelling in execution and being energized to make a difference. We are a place where every employee can make a difference - and it all starts with you!

Job Summary: 
We are seeking a skilled Engineer to design and develop steel frame adventure courses. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating detailed shop drawings, including weldment prints and 3D models. Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, the responsibilities will include creation of analytical models, structural design of adventure course structures, connection design, foundation design, and cable systems design.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design and engineer steel frame adventure courses from concept to completion.

• Conduct structural analysis and calculations to ensure the integrity of designs.

• Create detailed shop drawings, including weldment prints and fabrication drawings.

• Develop 3D models using Autodesk Inventor.

• Ensure designs adhere to industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.

• Collaborate with production teams to optimize manufacturability and assembly processes.

• Maintain documentation and revision control for all drawings and models.

• Provide technical support to manufacturing and installation teams as needed.

• Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in structural engineering.
  
  This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Knowledge/Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.

• 3-5 years of experience in engineering design, preferably in structural steel fabrication.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Inventor for 2D and 3D modeling.

• Strong knowledge of welding practices, materials, and fabrication processes.

• Experience with structural analysis and load calculations.

• Familiarity with industry codes and safety standards.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively.

• Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.

• Experience in adventure course design or similar structures preferred. 

• Knowledge of ASTM standards and safety requirements for adventure structures preferred.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.

RCI Perks

• Paid Time Off is awarded the day you begin with RCI and increases along with your tenure in the company

• Ten paid holidays

• Medical 

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Confinement

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 

• Health Saving Account (HSA)

• A 401 (k) / Roth plan with company match

Physical Requirements:
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.  The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; reach with hands and arms; lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Must be able to communicate verbally with co-workers and other individuals; be able to hear well; see clearly and up close.