Mechanical Design Engineer

RFA Engineering; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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 (401k)

Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care

HSA for Medical Expenses

Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Education Assistance

Job summary

RFA Engineering is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to develop components and systems for off-highway equipment and attachments, focusing on large frame structures and sheet metal. You will model using MBDF and GD&T, collaborate with stakeholders, and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical/Aerospace/Agricultural Engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and on-site work five days per week at our customer's facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree.
• 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.
• This position will require work on-site 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Create models and prints utilizing proper model-based definition methods and GD&T
• Ability to work with a large number of stakeholders and communicate back and forth regarding project scope, status, and changes
• Work with sheet metal suppliers and internal fabrication departments to facilitate parts being in the right place at the right time
• Supporting builds and fit ups on the factory floor as needed
• Excellent communicator across all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Meet deadlines

Analytical problem solving

Team environment

On-site 5 days/week

Excellent communicator

Education

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

Tools

Inventor

Sheet metal design

GD&T standards

PDP processes

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

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the concept and development of mechanical components and systems for off-highway equipment and attachments. These designs primarily include large and mid-sized frame structures and sheet metal design.

Responsibilities

• Create models and prints utilizing proper model-based definition methods and GD&T
• Ability to work with a large number of stakeholders and communicate back and forth regarding project scope, status, and changes
• Work with sheet metal suppliers and internal fabrication departments to facilitate parts being in the right place at the right time
• Supporting builds and fit ups on the factory floor as needed
• Excellent communicator across all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree
• 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
• This position will require work on-site 5 days per week.

Desired Skills

• 3D Modeling experience using Inventor, especially with the sheet metal application (trainable)
• Preferred experience with the design of electrical and hydraulic systems
• Knowledge and application of GD&T standards (trainable)
• Familiarity with PDP processes and milestone requirements
• Strong communication skills with ability to present and speak in front of groups
• Collaboration and flexibility across multiple design disciplines and product lines
• Adaptability to accommodate changes in scope and schedule of projects

Pay Range: $60,000-$80,000 – Commensurate with experience

About RFA Engineering

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

DES/MFG Sheet Metal

Novice

Novice

Education

Preferred

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

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