Wire Harness Designer / Design Technologist – Off-Highway Equipment

Rfamec; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Health Savings Account

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

RFA Engineering in Eden Prairie, MN is seeking an experienced Wire Harness Designer / Design Technologist to join our electrical and product line teams. You will design, route and integrate electrical wiring systems for mobile equipment, including harness design, layout and mechanical integration, using CAD and 3-D modeling.

This full-time role includes a full benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within our engineering organization; hybrid work arrangement at our Eden

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Tech or related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to meet deadlines.
• Analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Experience with electrical harness design and CAD.

Responsibilities

• Layout and design electrical wiring systems for equipment via CAD.
• Hands-on experience in prototype harness shop.
• Test and validate harness designs.
• Create full electrical schematics for mobile equipment.
• Optimize component selection for cost targets and performance.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturing for production launch.
• Collaborate with vendors to optimize components.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Analytical problem solving

Meeting deadlines

Electrical wiring design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

3D Modeling Software

CAD

Job description

Wire Harness Designer / Design Technologist – Off-Highway Equipment

Job Category: Drafter or Designer

Requisition Number: WIREH001755

• Posted : August 3, 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. This position will be located at our Eden Prairie, MN engineering headquarters.

This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth and additional opportunities within our own organization.

This individual would work within our electrical and product line teams on design, routing and integration of electrical wiring systems. Items include harness design, layout and mechanical integration. In addition to CAD physical modeling, there are the creation/layout of electrical wiring schematics and electrical sub-systems. RFA Engineering works with variety products across an array of equipment ranging from the Agricultural, Construction, Industrial Power, Power Sports, Lawn and Garden and others. This development effort may include integration design, routing, issue resolution, coordination with suppliers, and much more.

Responsibilities

• Layout and design electrical wiring systems for various equipment via CAD.
• Hands on experience within our prototype harness shop.
• Test and validate harness designs.
• Create full electrical schematics for mobile equipment.
• Optimize electrical component selection to achieve cost targets and machine performance.
• Work with suppliers and manufacturing to provide the specifications for production launch.
• Work closely with vendors to optimize component selection

Requirements

• Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineering Technology, Automotive Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology or Associates with related electrical experience
• 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

Desired Attributes

• Knowledge of electrical components such as batteries, starters, alternators, rocker switches, relays, solenoids, sensors, actuators, and connectors.
• Some knowledge of electrical wire harness circuits and routing.
• Experience writing functional, performance, and durability requirements.
• Experience working with suppliers in the application of electrical components.
• Experience in 3-D Modeling Software
• Familiarity with operating Construction, Forestry, or Ag off-road equipment a plus.

Pay Range: $60,000-$70,000 – 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 engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Eden Prairie, MN, 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 Engineering Technology.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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