Electrical Engineering Technician
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Electrical Engineering Technician
The Electrical Engineering Technician provides hands-on support to Electrical Engineers with a primary focus in the harness shop environment. This role assists in the assembly organization and maintenance of electrical harnesses tools and materials while ensuring the shop operates efficiently and safely. The technician plays a key role in translating electrical documentation into physical builds and maintaining inventory and workspace readiness.
Responsibilities
Interpret electrical schematics wiring diagrams and assembly drawings to support harness builds.
Assist with fabrication and assembly of wire harnesses cable assemblies and related electrical components.
Prepare wires connectors terminals and protective coverings according to specifications.
Support engineers with prototype and production harness builds modifications and rework.
Organize and maintain the harness shop including tools workstations and test equipment.
Manage inventory of electrical components connectors wiring and shop supplies.
Track material usage and coordinate ordering and restocking of parts and consumables.
Label document and store completed harnesses and components properly.
Perform general shop upkeep including cleaning material handling and maintaining a safe work environment.
Assist with basic electrical testing such as continuity checks and visual inspections.
Follow established quality procedures and safety guidelines.
Qualifications
Associate degree or technical diploma in Electrical Technology Electronics or related field OR equivalent hands-on experience.
Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Basic knowledge of electrical components such as connectors terminals and wiring types.
Experience using hand tools crimp tools wire strippers and related assembly tools.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage inventory and maintain accurate records.
Comfortable working in a hands-on shop environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience building wire harnesses or cable assemblies.
Familiarity with labeling standards and harness documentation practices.
Experience with basic electrical testing equipment (multimeter continuity tester etc.).
Experience supporting engineering prototype builds.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $/year commensurate with experience
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
- Health Savings Account
- TelaDoc: Virtual Health Care
- Vision Insurance
- Company Paid / Supplemental Life Insurance
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Short-Term Disability
- Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
- Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
- 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:
IC
Key Skills
- Hospital Experience
- Hotel Experience
- Taleo
- Calibration
- Pool Maintenance
- Maintenance Management
- Maintenance
- Quality Control
- Boiler
- Oil & Gas Experience
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Supervising Experience
About Company
Offering comprehensive design services for mechanical, electrical, and software engineering across all machine design areas.
