Quality/Test Engineer

RFA Engineering•Chillicothe, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

RFA Engineering is seeking an entry level to experienced candidate to become an integral part of their 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 facilities. This is a full-time position with a full benefit package that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff supporting quality, validation, testing, reliability, and continuous improvement activities associated with engines, powertrain systems, cast components, and off-highway construction and mining equipment. Work may involve laboratory testing, machine testing, failure analysis, root cause investigations, product validation, manufacturing quality support, and supplier quality activities. The work will be highly collaborative with engineering, manufacturing, validation, quality, and supplier teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
Entry level candidates and experienced candidates will be considered.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication both written and verbal.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments.
Ability to thrive in a team environment.
Ability to travel (less than 10% of time).

Nice To Haves

Experience with APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning).
Experience with FMEA, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes.
Experience with validation, testing, reliability, or quality engineering activities.
Experience with data collection and test data analysis.
Experience supporting manufacturing operations and production environments.
Experience with quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
Exposure to engines, powertrain systems, off-road equipment, heavy machinery, or industrial products.
Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
Desire to work in an engineering environment focused on product quality, reliability, and performance.

Responsibilities

Support quality, validation, and testing activities for engine, powertrain, and off-highway equipment programs.
Develop and execute test plans, test procedures, and validation activities.
Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to evaluate product performance, reliability, and durability.
Investigate product, component, and system failures and perform root cause analysis.
Support prototype, pilot, and production build activities.
Work with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to resolve quality concerns.
Support APQP activities, FMEA development, and product validation processes.
Participate in product improvement, cost reduction, and product health initiatives.
Support reliability, durability, and performance testing activities.
Create and maintain test documentation, reports, and quality records.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
Support factory operations through troubleshooting and quality improvement activities.