Engineering Technician - Electrical Design and Drafting

RFA Engineering•Green Bay, WI

2d•Onsite

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 entry-level to experienced candidates to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidates 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 located near Green Bay, WI. 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. Engineering Technician - Electrical Design and Drafting The Electrical Design Engineer will support the design and development of electrical harnesses and routing for specialized machines. In this role, you will work closely with electrical and mechanical engineers to optimize wire harness layouts, ensure manufacturability, and maintain compliance with design and safety standards.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Previous drafting or design experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with CAD software; SolidWorks and AutoCAD experience preferred.
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical documentation.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and product specifications.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Effective time management skills with the ability to handle quick turnaround tasks

Nice To Haves

Experience working with electrical harness routing, enclosures, or equipment installations.
Ability to identify design improvement opportunities during the drafting process.
Understanding of electrical routing best practices, including bend radii, clearance, and thermal considerations.
Experience with PLM systems such as Windchill or Teamcenter.

Responsibilities

Create detailed technical drawings, layouts, and diagrams based on engineering specifications, including 3D models of enclosure assemblies, installations, harnesses, and cable routing.
Translate sketches, verbal instructions, and specifications into accurate 2D and 3D drawings, including flattened production drawings with 2D–3D associations.
Modify and revise drawings as designs evolve or based on feedback from engineering and operations teams.
Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and maintain accurate manufacturing and engineering documentation in accordance with company standards.
Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, codes, regulations, and internal engineering standards.
Collaborate with design engineers, operations, and other engineering disciplines to clarify design intent, resolve issues, and confirm fitment and installation of electrical components such as brackets, trays, and enclosures.
Review drawings for accuracy, identify potential design or fitment issues, and support continuous improvement in drawing quality and efficiency.