Mechanical Design Engineer
Rfamec, Waterloo, IA, United States
Mechanical Design Engineer
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 Entry‑Level to 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.
Responsibilities
Communication with suppliers and customers on product selection and integration
Use of Creo and Windchill to support 3‑D Modeling of components, sheet metal and possibly hydraulic or electrical routings.
Creation and support of 2D drawings and specification documentation
Work with manufacturing, product verification and validation, and suppliers to develop efficient and cost effective designs
Compile and furnish necessary information (engineering decisions and reports of pertinent design analyses data) to document the design solution required for building of prototypes and adoption of the design with possible involvement of other functional engineers.
Requirements
Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree
Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments
Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to thrive in a team environment
Desired Attributes
Experience in 3‑D Modeling Software; Creo 7.0 experience (Preferred)
Previous experience with Windchill or PDMLink
Strong understanding of GD&T
Design experience or exposure to off‑road mobile equipment
Ability to address quality issues, determine root cause and drive to a corrective action
Desire to work in an engineering environment focusing on robust & cost effective designs
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $60,000-$80,000 – 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.
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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 Entry‑Level to 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.
Responsibilities
Communication with suppliers and customers on product selection and integration
Use of Creo and Windchill to support 3‑D Modeling of components, sheet metal and possibly hydraulic or electrical routings.
Creation and support of 2D drawings and specification documentation
Work with manufacturing, product verification and validation, and suppliers to develop efficient and cost effective designs
Compile and furnish necessary information (engineering decisions and reports of pertinent design analyses data) to document the design solution required for building of prototypes and adoption of the design with possible involvement of other functional engineers.
Requirements
Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree
Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments
Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to thrive in a team environment
Desired Attributes
Experience in 3‑D Modeling Software; Creo 7.0 experience (Preferred)
Previous experience with Windchill or PDMLink
Strong understanding of GD&T
Design experience or exposure to off‑road mobile equipment
Ability to address quality issues, determine root cause and drive to a corrective action
Desire to work in an engineering environment focusing on robust & cost effective designs
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $60,000-$80,000 – 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.
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