Mechanical Engineer

Rfamec; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Health Savings Account

Teladoc: Virtual Health Care

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

401k Plan (Traditional & Roth)

Flexible Spending Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Education Assistance

Job summary

RFA Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team onsite at a world-class facility. You will work with experienced staff supporting development, validation, manufacturing support and continuous improvement of large off-highway equipment used in construction, mining, earthmoving, and industrial applications.

The role involves design, development, testing, root-cause analysis, and close collaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Manufacturing,

Qualifications

• BSME, BSMET or equivalent degree.
• Entry level or experienced candidates considered.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design, development, build, and validation of mechanical systems for large off-highway equipment.
• Support product development and cost reduction initiatives.
• Perform root cause analysis on failures and implement corrective actions.
• Support prototype, pilot, and production builds with manufacturing and operations teams.

Skills

Strong analytical

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to meet deadlines

Teamwork

Education

BSME or BSMET or equivalent

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

Creo (Pro/Engineer)

Teamcenter

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

Mechanical Engineer

The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff supporting the development, validation, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement of large off-highway equipment used in construction, mining, earthmoving, and industrial applications. Projects may involve large mining trucks, off-highway trucks, wheel loaders, wheel tractor scrapers, wheel dozers, motor graders, and compaction equipment. The work will be highly collaborative with engineering, manufacturing, validation, quality, suppliers, and factory operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, development, build, and validation of mechanical systems and components used in large off-highway equipment.
• 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 machine testing and ensure robust product performance.
• Develop and evaluate design concepts for fabricated structures, mounting systems, castings, machined components, hydraulic systems & other mechanical systems.
• Support APQP activities and work with suppliers to ensure manufacturability and product quality requirements are achieved.
• 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.
• Support factory operations by troubleshooting production issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with other groups (Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Supplier Development, Validation, and Marketing) as necessary.
• Travel to supplier or customer locations pending project needs (up to ~10%).

Requirements

• BSME, BSMET or equivalent degree with experience.
• Entry level candidates and experienced candidates will be considered.
• 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.
• Ability to travel (less than 10% of time).

Desired Attributes

• Experience with the APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) process.
• Experience in 3-D Modeling Software; Creo (Pro/Engineer) experience.
• Previous experience with Teamcenter or other PDM software.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, assembly operations, machining, welding, or fabrication.
• Experience supporting product development, validation, prototype builds, or new product introduction activities.
• Design experience or exposure to off-road mobile equipment, construction equipment, mining equipment, heavy machinery, or hydraulic systems.
• Experience with shop or factory support.
• Experience working with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Desire to work in an engineering environment focusing on robust & cost effective design.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $65,000-$95,000 - 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.

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• TelaDoc: Virtual Health Care
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid / Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
• 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

MFG - General Manufacturing

Novice

CAD PTC CREO

Novice

Education

Preferred

Bachelors of Science or better in Mechanical Engineering.

Bachelors of Science or better in Mechanical Engineering Technology.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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