Design Engineer - Product Design & Integration

Rfamec; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Retirement Savings Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A mechanical engineering firm based in Minnesota is seeking a Design Engineer to support product development in paving equipment. The role involves CAD modeling, packaging studies, and cross-functional collaboration within teams. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering with relevant experience in CAD systems. The position offers a salary range of $65,000 to $85,000 along with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a retirement savings account.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field required.
• Experience with 3D modeling and CAD tools necessary.
• Ability to work collaboratively within teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate mechanical components using CAD.
• Perform packaging studies for component placement.
• Coordinate the release of design documentation.

Skills

CAD modeling

3D modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering

Tools

Creo

TeamCenter

Job description

Design Engineer - Product Design and Integration

The selected candidate will be a full‑time RFA employee working at a customer’s facility as part of their product development group. This role supports the design, integration, and release of mechanical systems and components for paving equipment. Work will be primarily office‑based with the possibility of intermittent prototype or validation support.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include CAD modeling, packaging studies, component integration, and cross‑functional collaboration to prepare designs for production release.

• Develop and integrate mechanical components and subsystems using 3D CAD (Creo preferred)
• Perform packaging studies to place components, manage space constraints, and ensure proper system interfaces
• Check and advise changes on engineering drawings, confirm quality requirements, and coordinate release of design documentation
• Support prototype builds to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve design issues prior to production
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams, manufacturing, supply management, and quality to ensure designs meet performance, cost, and manufacturability targets
• Participate in design reviews, provide technical input, and drive continuous improvement in design processes
• Apply engineering fundamentals to evaluate design tradeoffs, optimize solutions, and ensure robust system performance

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree
• Experience with 3D modeling of components or systems (Creo preferred)
• Experience with PDM systems (TeamCenter preferred)
• 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 Skills and Experience

• Strong component design and 3D modeling skills with an understanding of system‑level integration
• Experience working within tight packaging constraints and balancing design tradeoffs
• Knowledge of design‑for‑manufacturing principles and cost‑effective engineering
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and practical application
• Ability to communicate clearly across global teams and navigate shared design spaces
• Hands‑on experience with off‑highway, agricultural, automotive, or construction equipment
• Familiarity with engineering change management and product release processes

Pay Range: $65,000-$85,000 – Commensurate with experience

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Competitive Benefits

• Health and Dental Insurance
• TelaDoc Healthiest You
• Supplemental Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long-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

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