Continuous Improvement Engineer
About The Position
RFA Engineering is seeking an entry-level to experienced Continuous Improvement Engineer to join its engineering team. The role operates onsite at a customer’s engineering and manufacturing facility and supports post-production design, integration, and optimization for earth-moving equipment. It focuses on improving product quality and reducing warranty issues through root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and design enhancements. The engineer collaborates with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams to develop efficient, cost-effective solutions. The position uses Creo and Windchill to support 2D drawings and 3D modeling of components, manage part status, and communicate design changes. The engineer documents design solutions for prototypes and production adoption, investigates fit, form, and function issues in mechanical and electrical components, and provides direction on design improvements. RFA Engineering describes the role as full-time and offers a full benefits package, professional growth opportunities, and potential direct-hire opportunities with customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to address quality issues, determine root cause, and drive corrective action with minimal supervision.
- Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies.
- Ability to communicate with suppliers and customers about product selection and integration.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Desire to work in an engineering environment focused on robust, cost-effective designs.
- Design experience or exposure to off-road mobile equipment.
- Experience with 3D modeling software; Creo preferred.
- Experience with Six Sigma and lean manufacturing.
- Previous experience with Windchill or PDMLink.
- Two or more years of relevant industry experience.
- Strong understanding of GD&T.
Responsibilities
- Compile engineering information and document design solutions for prototypes and design adoption, with possible involvement from other functional engineers.
- Work with manufacturing, quality, product verification and validation, customer support, and suppliers to develop and improve efficient, cost-effective designs.
- Use Creo and Windchill for 2D drawings and 3D modeling of components, manage part status, and communicate changes.
- Use component drawings and designs to troubleshoot fit, form, and function issues involving mechanical and electrical components.
- Investigate issues and provide direction on design improvements to reduce warranty claims and increase product quality.
- Communicate with suppliers and customers about product selection and integration.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Supplemental vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid long-term disability
- Short-term disability
- Retirement savings account with traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) options
- Flexible spending plan
- Dependent care account
- Health savings account for medical expenses
- Bonus plan for exempt employees
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Bereavement leave
- Employee assistance programs
- Education assistance
- Professional growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
