Structural Analysis Engineer - Mobile Equipment

RFA Engineering; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Plan

Job summary

RFA Engineering seeks a Structural Analysis Engineer for mobile equipment in Eden Prairie, MN. You will perform FEA to support design and development of off‑highway and mobile systems, using tools like ANSYS, NX Nastran, Creo or SolidWorks.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field, experience with structural analysis, and strong communication skills. Hybrid work arrangement and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Agricultural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience with structural or mechanical analysis.
• Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as ANSYS or NX Nastran.
• Experience with 3D CAD software, preferably Creo or SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis using finite element methods to support the design and development of mobile and off-highway equipment subsystems.
• Conduct linear and non-linear static, dynamic, and modal analyses using ANSYS and/or NX Nastran.
• Perform fatigue analysis and durability evaluations using tools such as nCode, GlyphWorks, and DesignLife.
• Develop and execute analysis plans, document assumptions, and generate final reports and validation documentation.
• Provide engineering recommendations based on analysis results and propose design improvements.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work capability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

ANSYS

NX Nastran

Creo or SolidWorks

Job description

Structural Analysis Engineer - Mobile Equipment

Job Category: Mechanical Engineering

Requisition Number: STRUC001771

• Posted : August 17, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA

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.

Structural Analysis Engineer - Mobile Equipment

RFA Engineering is seeking a growth oriented Structural Analysis Engineer to work in our Engineering Center in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This role provides engineering analysis support for the design and development of off highway and mobile equipment systems. The selected candidate will work as part of a collaborative engineering team, applying simulation based methods to evaluate structural performance, durability, and reliability of mechanical components and assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis using finite element methods to support the design and development of mobile and off‑highway equipment subsystems.
• Conduct linear and non‑linear static, dynamic, and modal analyses using tools such as ANSYS and/or NX Nastran.
• Perform fatigue analysis and durability evaluations using tools such as nCode, GlyphWorks, and DesignLife.
• Develop and execute analysis plans, document assumptions, and generate clear, detailed final reports and validation documentation.
• Provide engineering recommendations to design teams based on analysis results, including proposed corrective actions and design improvements.
• Support test planning and execution, working with test engineers to develop efficient validation approaches.
• Perform post‑test correlation between physical test results and finite element models to improve analysis accuracy and methodology.
• Utilize 3D CAD models (e.g., Creo or SolidWorks) as part of the analysis workflow.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment while managing multiple analysis tasks and meeting project deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Agricultural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience or demonstrated capability in structural or mechanical analysis.
• Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as ANSYS or NX Nastran.
• Experience with 3D solid modeling software, preferably Creo or SolidWorks.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team‑based engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing FEA of fabricated steel and cast structural components and systems.
• Experience correlating FEA results with test or field data.
• Familiarity with off‑highway, agricultural, or construction equipment.
• Experience applying fatigue and durability methods to mobile equipment structures.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000 – 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
• 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

Education

Preferred

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

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