Hands-on Process Engineer: Validation & Testing

RFA Engineering; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Plan

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Bonus Plan

Job summary

RFA Engineering is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to join our on-site team at a world-class engineering and manufacturing facility. You will develop and execute product validation, create test plans, coordinate prototype hardware, and manage multiple validation projects with cross-functional teams.

You will analyze test data, participate in design and simulation collaboration, and communicate conclusions to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline.
• Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, industrial equipment, or production environments.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Ability to travel (up to 25% of time).

Responsibilities

• Develop, conduct, analyze, and manage product validation and development testing activities.
• Create test plans and procedures for mechanical systems, components, and equipment.
• Coordinate the design and procurement of prototype hardware needed to support testing.
• Set up test equipment, instrumentation, sensors, and gaging for laboratory, bench, and field testing activities.
• Use data acquisition systems to collect performance, vibration, stress, strain, and other test data.
• Analyze test data and evaluate product performance, reliability, and durability.
• Perform vibration, durability, performance, reliability, and structural testing activities.
• Support validation of mechanical systems, components, structures, and equipment through laboratory and field testing.
• Investigate test and field failures and provide technical guidance to support product improvements and corrective actions.
• Work with design and simulation teams to compare test results with analytical predictions.
• Manage multiple validation projects, schedules, test resources, and deliverables.
• Generate technical reports and clearly communicate test conclusions and recommendations.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers, engineering teams, laboratory technicians, and suppliers.
• Identify opportunities to improve validation methods, testing efficiency, and data quality.
• Travel to customer, supplier, laboratory, proving ground, or field locations pending project need (up to ~25%).

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Travel up to 25%

Team-oriented

Education

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

Job description

RFA Engineering is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to join our on-site team at a world-class engineering and manufacturing facility. You will develop and execute product validation, create test plans, coordinate prototype hardware, and manage multiple validation projects with cross-functional teams.

You will analyze test data, participate in design and simulation collaboration, and communicate conclusions to stakeholders.