Structural Analysis Engineer - Mobile Equipment

RFA Engineering•Eden Prairie, MN

65d•Onsite

About The Position

RFA Engineering is seeking a growth-oriented Structural Analysis Engineer to work in our Engineering Center in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This role provides engineering analysis support for the design and development of off-highway and mobile equipment systems. The selected candidate will work as part of a collaborative engineering team, applying simulation-based methods to evaluate structural performance, durability, and reliability of mechanical components and assemblies.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Agricultural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Experience or demonstrated capability in structural or mechanical analysis.
Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as ANSYS or NX Nastran.
Experience with 3D solid modeling software, preferably Creo or SolidWorks.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team-based engineering environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing FEA of fabricated steel and cast structural components and systems.
Experience correlating FEA results with test or field data.
Familiarity with off-highway, agricultural, or construction equipment.
Experience applying fatigue and durability methods to mobile equipment structures.

Responsibilities

Perform structural analysis using finite element methods to support the design and development of mobile and off-highway equipment subsystems.
Conduct linear and non-linear static, dynamic, and modal analyses using tools such as ANSYS and/or NX Nastran.
Perform fatigue analysis and durability evaluations using tools such as nCode, GlyphWorks, and DesignLife.
Develop and execute analysis plans, document assumptions, and generate clear, detailed final reports and validation documentation.
Provide engineering recommendations to design teams based on analysis results, including proposed corrective actions and design improvements.
Support test planning and execution, working with test engineers to develop efficient validation approaches.
Perform post-test correlation between physical test results and finite element models to improve analysis accuracy and methodology.
Utilize 3D CAD models (e.g., Creo or SolidWorks) as part of the analysis workflow.
Collaborate effectively within a team environment while managing multiple analysis tasks and meeting project deadlines.