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.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be designing and developing the critical components and systems that define the performance, durability, and reliability of our machinery. 

Job Description

• Supporting the design and development of structural, electrical and hydraulic components for forestry equipment. 
• Use independent engineering analysis and judgment in the execution of designs.
• Prepare CAD models appropriate for more detailed analysis as necessary (i.e. finite element analysis (FEA).
• Collaborate with analysis experts as necessary to prepare, modify and update designs to meet functional requirements.
• Prepare for and hold design reviews of new prototype components and systems.
• Document all design activity with CAD models, design drawings, analysis results, and design review presentation materials.
• Provide information and visit prototype component suppliers as necessary.
• Provide leadership for the design team on the specific product line.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or General) and minimum of 10 years accomplished experience in the design of related products.
• Proficiency in engineering principles including but not limited to structural mechanics, hydraulics, electronics, packaging, 3D/2D CAD and data management.
• Proficiency in software applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook and Teams as a minimum with a solid working knowledge of applications such as 2D/3D CAD (Creo, Solid Works, AutoCAD).
• Use and understanding of engineering standards. Knowledge of typical engineering standards in drawing practice, dimensioning and tolerancing, drawing symbols, welding practice, etc.
• Comfortable with customer facing interactions.

Pay Range: $90,000-$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 Minneapolis, branch office in Dubuque, IA, and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.