Electromechanical Engineer

Ultipro; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

TelaDoc Healthiest You

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Long-Term Disability

Short-term Disability

401k with Roth option

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Education Assistance

HSA for Medical Expenses

Job summary

RFA Engineering is seeking an Electromechanical Engineer to join our team supporting the design and integration of precision construction technology systems. The role focuses on integrating mechanical and electrical components from concept through machine installation and testing, working across fabrication, test shops, and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will hold a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or related field), have electromechanical design experience, and be comfortable

Qualifications

• ,Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics or a related field.
• Experience with electromechanical design or system integration
• Experience designing mechanical components and electrical harnesses
• Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical and electrical components to support precision construction technology systems
• Create and release mounting brackets, electrical harnesses, and related hardware for technology integration
• Work hands-on with fabrication and test shops to install new components on development machines
• Support prototype, pilot, and early production machine builds
• Create detailed technical drawings using standard engineering dimensioning and tolerancing practices
• Develop electrical harness schematics and routing layouts
• Work with suppliers to support part development and design updates
• Collaborate with supply management, manufacturing, and engineering teams to source prototype components and support product updates
• Drive parts and designs through the engineering release and approval process
• Provide support during machine testing, troubleshooting, and validation activities

Skills

Electromechanical design

System integration

3D CAD Creo

Electrical harness design

Engineering drawings

Cross-functional teams

Prototype testing

Education

BS in Mechanical/Electrical/Engineering Physics

Tools

Creo

Job description

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 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 includesopportunitiesfor professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Electromechanical Engineer

As an Electromechanical Engineer you will support the design and development of precision construction technology systems. This role will focus on integrating mechanical and electrical components—such as mounting brackets and electrical harnesses—into construction equipment. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on engineering work, collaborating across teams, and supporting new technology from early concept through machine installation and testing.

Responsibilities

Design and develop mechanical and electrical components to support precision construction technology systems

Create and release mounting brackets, electrical harnesses, and related hardware for technology integration

Work hands-on with fabrication and test shops to install new components on development machines

Support prototype, pilot, and early production machine builds

Create detailed technical drawings using standard engineering dimensioning and tolerancing practices

Develop electrical harness schematics and routing layouts

Work with suppliers to support part development and design updates

Collaborate with supply management, manufacturing, and engineering teams to source prototype components and support product updates

Drive parts and designs through the engineering release and approval process

Provide support during machine testing, troubleshooting, and validation activities

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics or a related field

Experience with electromechanical design or system integration

Experience designing mechanical components and electrical harnesses

Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings

Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Desired Skills

Experience supporting construction, agricultural, or off-highway equipment

Hands-on experience working with prototype or test machines

Familiarity with manufacturing or factory build environments

3D CAD and drawing creation tools (Creo preferred)

Product lifecycle and data management systems

Enterprise resource planning tools

Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple tasks

Willingness to work both in an office setting and on the shop floor

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

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

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

Eng Structures

Intermediate

CAD PTC CREO

Intermediate

Eng Elect Harness Design

Novice

Eng Electrical Schematics

Novice

Education

Preferred

Bachelors of Science or better in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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