Mechanical Test Engineer

Rfamec; Horicon (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short‑term Disability

Education Assistance

Job summary

An engineering service provider in Horicon, WI is seeking a Mechanical Test Engineer. This role involves planning and executing performance testing of prototype components, working closely with engineering teams to ensure products meet quality and reliability standards. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with CAD tools. The position offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance and 401k options.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret complex data and make engineering recommendations.
• Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically for field testing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute mechanical, durability, and performance tests.
• Collaborate to define test objectives, methods, and success criteria.
• Conduct laboratory and field tests, maintaining safety and integrity.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Hands‑on aptitude with mechanical systems

Experience leading tests

Proficiency using CAD tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

PTC Creo

nCode

LabVIEW

MATLAB

SAP

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 a growth-oriented 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.

full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Mechanical Test Engineer

The Mechanical Test Engineer is responsible for planning and executing durability and performance testing of prototype components and complete machines throughout key stages of the product development process. This role works closely with engineering, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure products meet functional, reliability, and quality requirements prior to production.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute mechanical, durability, and performance tests to support product development and validation activities.
• Collaborate with test requesters and engineering teams to define test objectives, methods, schedules, and success criteria.
• Prepare test setups, fixtures, instrumentation, and test stands for new test programs.
• Conduct laboratory and field tests efficiently while maintaining safety and data integrity.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data; document results and communicate findings to project stakeholders.
• Identify test issues, troubleshoot failures, and support root-cause analysis activities.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other test engineers and cross-functional team members.
• Support vehicle-level testing activities, including planning, execution, and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, draw conclusions, and make sound engineering recommendations.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for documenting test procedures and presenting results.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically to support field testing activities.
• Hands‑on aptitude with mechanical systems; familiarity with hydraulic and electrical systems is a plus.
• Experience leading and executing vehicle or system‑level tests.
• Proficiency using CAD tools such as PTC Creo.

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting product development programs from concept through production.
• Working knowledge of engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and mechanical assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose failures and understand cause‑and‑effect relationships.
• Experience with digital data acquisition and test instrumentation systems.
• Familiarity with test analysis and automation tools such as nCode, LabVIEW, and MATLAB.
• Experience using enterprise systems such as AgPDM, SAP, or structured root‑cause analysis tools.
• Exposure to off‑road, agricultural, utility vehicle, or riding lawn equipment.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and the ability to influence and support others.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $65,000-$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

Equal Opportunity Employer
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