Mechanical Design Engineer
Rfamec, Ankeny, IA, United States
RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with 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.
Mechanical Design Engineer - Hydraulics We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with a focus on hydraulic systems to support product design and integration. This role involves working closely with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams to develop efficient, cost-effective solutions. Key responsibilities include 3D modeling with Creo, creating 2D drawings, supporting assembly line challenges, and troubleshooting hydraulic systems.
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 hydraulic or electrical routings
Creation and support of 2D drawings and specification documentation
Work with manufacturing, quality, product verification and validation, customer support and suppliers to develop efficient and cost effective designs
Support Assembly Line challenges
Using Hydraulic Schematics to troubleshoot and validate system function
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 and electrical 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 (Preferred)
Previous experience with Windchill or PDMLink
Design experience with 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
Experience working with Hydraulic or Electrical Systems
Experience operating off-road mobile equipment
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $65,000-$90,000 – 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
Qualifications Skills Preferred CAD PTC CREO Novice
Education Preferred Bachelors of Science or better in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
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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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 - Hydraulics We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with a focus on hydraulic systems to support product design and integration. This role involves working closely with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams to develop efficient, cost-effective solutions. Key responsibilities include 3D modeling with Creo, creating 2D drawings, supporting assembly line challenges, and troubleshooting hydraulic systems.
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 hydraulic or electrical routings
Creation and support of 2D drawings and specification documentation
Work with manufacturing, quality, product verification and validation, customer support and suppliers to develop efficient and cost effective designs
Support Assembly Line challenges
Using Hydraulic Schematics to troubleshoot and validate system function
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 and electrical 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 (Preferred)
Previous experience with Windchill or PDMLink
Design experience with 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
Experience working with Hydraulic or Electrical Systems
Experience operating off-road mobile equipment
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $65,000-$90,000 – 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
Qualifications Skills Preferred CAD PTC CREO Novice
Education Preferred Bachelors of Science or better in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
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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