Mechanical Design Engineer

Rfamec; Chillicothe (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-term Disability

401k Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Plan

HSA for Medical Expenses

Bonus Plan

PTO

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Education Assistance

Job summary

RFA Engineering is seeking an entry-level to experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our on-site engineering team at a world-class facility in Illinois.

You will develop 3D models and drawings, investigate failures and root causes, support prototype and production builds, and collaborate with manufacturing and validation teams to deliver robust, cost‑effective mechanical solutions.

This full-time role offers a strong benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawing creation; Creo preferred.
• Experience with mechanical design, product development, and engineering problem-solving.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, drawings, and test results.
• Strong communication and collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and validation teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate 3D models and drawings for mechanical systems.
• Investigate equipment failures and perform root cause analysis.
• Support prototype, pilot, and production builds with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and validation teams to improve product performance and cost.
• Create and modify engineering documentation and product structures using CAD tools.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Engineering drawing creation

Root cause analysis

Communication & collaboration

Hands-on prototyping builds

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline

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 entry-level to 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.

Mechanical Design Engineer

This Mechanical Engineer will support the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of mechanical products and systems. The role includes developing 3D models and drawings, investigating failures and root causes, supporting prototype and production builds, collaborating with manufacturing and validation teams, and developing solutions for product improvement, quality, and cost reduction.

Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanical devices.

Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals to determine time and cost feasibility to complete projects.

Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendation to maintenance crew.

Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using tools, equipment or software.

Support product development, product improvement, cost reduction, and product health initiatives.

Research and analyze engineering requirements, specifications, test results, and field issues to develop effective solutions.

Investigate product, component, and system failures and perform root cause analysis to identify corrective actions.

Support prototype, pilot, and production builds while working closely with manufacturing and operations teams.

Collaborate with validation engineers to support testing activities and ensure robust product performance.

Develop and evaluate design concepts for fabricated structures, mounting systems, castings, machined components, tube routings, hose routings, and other mechanical systems.

Participate in continuous product improvement and quality improvement projects.

Create and modify engineering documentation, 3-D models, drawings, and product structures using engineering software tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience with mechanical design, product development, and engineering problem-solving.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawing creation. (Creo preferred)
• Experience analyzing product or component failures and performing root cause analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, drawings, and test results.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with engineering, manufacturing, and validation teams.
• Ability to support prototype, pilot, and production builds in a hands-on environment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Desired Experience

• Experience in a production environment working with cross functional teams.
• Experience with manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly operations.
• Database Management.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Salary Range: $70,000-$95,000 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

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Qualifications

Education

Preferred

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

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

Bachelors of Science or better in Manufacturing Engineering Technology or related field.

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

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