Entry Level Electrical Engineer

RFA Engineering•Cary, NC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

RFA Engineering ( www.rfamec.com ) develops embedded software and electronics for our world-class clients in the areas of precision agriculture and vehicle electrification. 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 engineering and manufacturing facility. Entry Level Electrical Engineer RFA Engineering is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the development of electrical systems and embedded software that control vehicle operation and functionality. This role focuses on designing, integrating, and validating robust electronic and connectivity solutions for on- and off-road vehicles operating in harsh environments. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on engineering, cross-functional collaboration, and solving complex system-level challenges.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Ability to interpret software requirements, electrical schematics, and test documentation
Experience with troubleshooting, diagnostics, and root cause analysis
Hands-on experience using development and debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers

Nice To Haves

Experience with basic electronic components and hardware systems (e.g., op amps, FETs, transducers, A/D converters)
Familiarity with wireless communication technologies such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular systems
Experience working with CAN-based networks (e.g., J1939)
General understanding of off-road equipment, vehicles, or industrial machinery
Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and a problem-solving mindset
Strong analytical and mathematical skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Design new systems and enhance existing electrical and software solutions for rugged vehicle applications
Capture, analyze, and translate customer and system requirements into scalable architectures and detailed designs
Break down high-level requirements into mid-level architectures and detailed design documentation
Develop, program, debug, and integrate embedded software with electronic hardware
Create, review, and execute hardware and software testing strategies for complex systems
Perform device-level, integration-level, and system-level testing and validation using appropriate tools
Review test results and provide feedback, including recommendations for additional test cases
Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshooting for system and machine-level issues
Collaborate closely with software, electrical, and mechanical engineers to ensure system compatibility and performance
Support verification and validation activities to ensure products meet functional and performance requirements