Mechanical Design Engineer

RFA Engineering ( ) 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 Design Engineer As a Mechanical Design Engineer in this role, you will be responsible for finding projects, vetting & designing them, and bringing these projects into production. This role focuses on cost reduction projects and will operate across multiple product lines and vehicle systems (structures, hydraulics, powertrain, electrical, and cabs). You will work with various stakeholders to understand function and requirements. Responsibilities Create models and prints utilizing proper model-based definition methods and GD&T Ability to work with many stakeholders and communicate project scope, status, changes, and challenges Work with various suppliers and internal departments to facilitate part fit up, testing, and start of production Support fit ups on the factory floor and support new part testing as needed Communicate project details across all levels of the organization Manage multiple tasks and projects with different product groups Requirements Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree 3+ years of demonstrated design or cost reduction experience. Demonstrated ability to get projects completed with minimal oversight Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills Ability to work independently Desired Skills Creo and Windchill proficiency Knowledge and application of GD&T standards Familiarity with CI processes Strong communication skills with ability to present and speak in front of groups Collaboration and flexibility across multiple design disciplines and product lines Adaptability to accommodate changes in scope and schedule of projects Familiarity with construction and forestry equipment Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. Pay Range: $80,000-$110,000 – 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 Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Education Assistance Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly Equal Opportunity Employer. This 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr