Design Engineer - Hydraulics Integration
About The Position
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. Design Engineer - Hydraulics Integration The selected candidate will be a full-time RFA employee working at a customer’s facility as part of their product design group and will support the design and integration of hydraulic systems on compaction equipment for the paving industry. The environment will be office with the possibility of intermittent prototype testing. The work consists of utilizing Creo to route fluid line components, design mounting systems, and interact with other systems on the vehicle in preparation for production release.
Requirements
- Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree
- Experience with 3D modeling of components or systems (Creo Preferred)
- Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies
- Excellent communication both written and verbal
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments
- Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to thrive in a team environment
- Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Strong component design, 3D modeling, and hydraulic system integration skills. The hydraulic system interfaces with many systems on the machine. Space constraints require unique solutions to produce thoughtful designs that meet design for manufacturing requirements and challenging cost targets.
- Geometric dimension and tolerance training and application
- Ability to identify and clarify design tradeoffs across multiple solutions to select the best design through your knowledge of hydraulic components and systems.
- Working with a global team across time zones requires precise, clear communication on design interfaces. Verbal and written communications are important when multiple systems occupy the same space claim, and teams need to navigate solutions that work for all business partners.
- Hands-on experience with agricultural, automotive, or construction equipment
Responsibilities
- Placement of components like pumps, motors, valves in the machine and routing hoses to connect components
- Facilitate the completion of drawings, confirm quality requirements, and coordinate the release of hydraulic system drawing packages.
- Participate in prototype machine builds to find and fix hydraulic system issues prior to production
- Collaborate with all systems on the design team and cross functional business partners to ensure hydraulic system designs meet quality, velocity, and cost targets
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
- Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Education Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
