Senior Design Engineer

Senior Design EngineerRFA Engineering is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking a growth-oriented 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.ResponsibilitiesDevelop innovative products from concept to a manufacturable product while assuring design intent and integrity is maintained.Design custom equipment that meets all technical requirements of assigned projects including new products, product enhancements, and cost reductions.Perform analysis or calculations on project designs to achieve desired safety factors.Applicable knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly Principles as well as material optimization.Initiate and implement design related cost reductions and quality improvement ideas.Provide project management and follow through on assigned projects.Develop and maintain design documentation including 2-D drawings, 3-D CAD designs and project specifications.Organize and maintain BOM's for all assigned projects.Collaborate with and support internal departments with technical information.Work collectively with Purchasing to obtain components and materials for projects.Assist Manufacturing after projects are released and on design updates as required.Make necessary field trips to assist with Product Support, Engineering and Sales.Provide senior leadership, training, and mentoring to lower-level engineers.Complete assignments on time as scheduled by Engineering.RequirementsBS in Mechanical Engineering, Agriculture, Industrial Engineering or related Engineering Discipline5+ years of 2D and 3D modeling experience (AutoCAD and Inventor preferred)Prior experience with FEA (Finite Element Analysis), both simulation software and hand calculationsDemonstrated experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skillsMust have a valid Driver's LicenseDesired AttributesExperience with manufacturing processes including welding, fabrication, or assembly of heavy structural steelDesire to work in an engineering environment focusing on robust & cost-effective designsExperience with product design, preferably off-road equipment.Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.Pay Range: $70,000-$90,000/yr – Commensurate with experienceAbout RFA EngineeringRFA 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 BenefitsHealth and Dental InsuranceTelaDoc Healthiest YouSupplemental Vision InsuranceCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Long-Term DisabilityShort-term DisabilityRetirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)Flexible Spending Plan Dependent CareHSA for Medical ExpensesBonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysBereavement LeaveEmployee Assistance Programs (EAP)Education AssistanceEqual Opportunity and Veteran FriendlyEqual 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.