Wire Harness Assembly Technician

RFA Engineering Wire Harnessing Assembler

RFA Engineering ( is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking a Wire Harnessing Assembler to become an integral part of our growing prototype shop 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 Eden Prairie, MN facility.

This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that may include opportunities for professional growth and additional opportunities within our own organization. A typical work week is M-Th (4x 10hr days) with some flexibility as needed.

This position is primarily full-time, but part-time candidates may be considered for the right fit. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits; part-time positions are not benefits-eligible.

You'll work alongside experienced engineers and technicians assembling electrical harnesses used in a variety of equipment. No prior harness experience is requiredwe are willing to train motivated individuals who want to learn and grow.

Assembly Technician I (Wire Harnesses)

Job Description:

Unlike repetitive production roles, you'll work in a prototype environment building a wide variety of unique harnesseskeeping the job challenging and engaging.

• Assemble electrical harnesses according to engineering specifications and blueprints, including bill of materials and tooling instructions.
• Use standard assembly tools and machines. (Screwdrivers, wire strippers, wrenches, ratcheting hand crimp tools, soldering, etc.)
• Execute manual and machine assembly tooling with efficiency and accuracy.
• Interpret sketches, notes, and other input from engineers to produce assembled and dimensionally accurate harnesses.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed harnessing prints including Bill of Material (BOM).
• Ability to run testing software and troubleshoot.
• Work closely with engineers, designers and other team members to understand project requirements and design intent.
• Communicate effectively to clarify design details and resolve any discrepancies on the provided client information.
• Ability to document and report discrepancies on harnessing prints.
• Computer skills to develop documentation and prints.
• Create and review of assembly instructions and testing software.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to push, pull, or carry up to 25lbs
• Repetitive use of hands to grasp, handle, push, pull, reach.
• Ability to adjust focus, for depth perception and color vision.
• Ability to work while standing and perform use of foot controls

Pay Range: $20-$25/hr starting 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 Eden Prairie, MN, 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
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Education Assistance

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly