Mechanical Controls Engineer for Off-Highway Systems

Rfamec; Dubuque, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

RFA Engineering is seeking an entry level to experienced Mechanical Controls Engineer to join our team onsite at a world-class facility in Dubuque, IA. You will work with an experienced staff using state-of-the-art tools to develop, test, and optimize machine systems.

The role blends mechanical engineering with machine controls, including hydraulics, powertrains, vehicle dynamics, and off-highway equipment, from concept through production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Robotics, or a related engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate control strategies for electro-hydraulic systems, powertrain, drivetrain, and machine implements.
• Evaluate machine performance through testing, analysis, and system optimization.
• Create and maintain mechanical and controls models using MATLAB, Simulink, and related tools.
• Conduct machine testing, troubleshooting, calibration, and performance tuning on prototype and production equipment.
• Analyze hydraulic, powertrain, and machine data to identify opportunities for efficiency, reliability, and durability.
• Support development of machine architecture, system requirements, and performance specifications.
• Work with design, software, and test engineers to integrate and validate machine systems.
• Investigate and resolve machine performance issues through root cause analysis.

Job description

RFA Engineering is seeking an entry level to experienced Mechanical Controls Engineer to join our team onsite at a world-class facility in Dubuque, IA. You will work with an experienced staff using state-of-the-art tools to develop, test, and optimize machine systems.

The role blends mechanical engineering with machine controls, including hydraulics, powertrains, vehicle dynamics, and off-highway equipment, from concept through production.