Electric Machine Test & Validation Engineer

Fargo, ND - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

RFA Engineering ()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 selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & position will operate onsite at our customers engineering and manufacturing facility.

This is a full-time position with afull benefit packagelisted below that includesopportunitiesfor professional growth direct hire by our customers and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Electric Machine Test & Validation Engineer

The Electric Machine Test & Validation Engineer is responsible for planning executing and reporting verification and validation activities for electric machines used in off-highway and industrial applications. This role works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure electric machine designs meet safety performance quality reliability regulatory and cost requirements through structured laboratory testing field validation and teardown analysis.

Job Description

Develop execute and manage testing verification and validation plans and activities for electric machines using internal engineering tools and processes
Create and track test activities work requests schedules and program summaries related to verification and validation efforts
Report test status risks results and completion metrics to engineering teams and leadership
Collaborate cross-functionally with design test manufacturing suppliers and external partners to define and deliver test and validation strategies
Perform laboratory testing field testing and electric machine teardowns to verify designs meet application requirements
Ensure electric machine designs meet safety performance quality reliability and cost targets
Interpret and apply relevant standards specifications and regulatory requirements related to electric machines and testing activities
Deliver small to medium-scale projects while operating within established program management frameworks
Create maintain and back up complex technical documentation test plans procedures and reports to a high standard
Continuously develop technical capabilities through training coaching and industry research
Maintain awareness of emerging technologies regulations and industry best practices related to electric machines and validation testing

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 2 years of experience developing and executing test plans verification activities work requests schedules and engineering summaries
Minimum 2 years of experience working with rotating components or electric machine design testing or implementation
Knowledge of data acquisition systems and instrumentation such as accelerometers thermistors current transducers and vector network analyzers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with test scheduling prioritization and execution
Ability to travel up to 20% primarily local

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of related electric drive components including inverters connectors and energy storage systems
Understanding of AI and data-driven methods applied to testing verification and validation activities
Strong analytical knowledge of electric machine design including electromagnetics continuous and peak load evaluation bearings insulation systems cooling methods and manufacturability
Experience with accelerated and durability test methods
Ability to work independently and provide technical guidance on testing evaluation and improvement of engineering outcomes
Ability to track measure and communicate progress toward intermediate milestones to ensure projects remain on schedule
Experience managing projects with minimal supervision while meeting cost schedule and quality objectives
Proven experience collaborating across engineering and functional teams to achieve shared goals
Experience using Windchill and Creo

About RFA Engineering

RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is the development of off highway equipment including agricultural construction mining recreational industrial and special machines. Our work includes concept development product design documentation problem-solving simulation optimization and testing of components systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Minneapolis branch office in Dubuque IA and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.

Competitive 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

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly

Required Experience:

RFA Engineering ()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 selected candidate will work with an experienced engineer...