Control Systems Engineer

RFA Engineering () is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking an entry level to 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 customers world-class engineering and manufacturing facility.

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

Control Systems Engineer

As a Control Systems Engineer you will support the development testing and improvement of machine control systems including electro-hydraulic powertrain drivetrain and implement systems. The role combines MATLAB/Simulink modeling simulation hands-on machine testing troubleshooting data analysis and system tuning to deliver reliable performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement control systems for electro-hydraulic powertrain drivetrain and machine implement systems.
• Create and maintain control system models using MATLAB and Simulink.
• Perform simulations and virtual testing to evaluate system performance.
• Conduct machine testing troubleshooting and control system tuning.
• Analyze machine and sensor data to improve system performance and reliability.
• Work with design software and test engineers to develop and validate control system solutions.
• Translate customer and operator feedback into measurable product improvements.
• Support product development activities from concept through production.
• Create and maintain technical documentation related to control system development and testing.
• Assists in creating and following electrical design schedule from specification concept to system up completion while keeping to an overall project schedule.

• Analyze plant processes design and implement improvements.

• Troubleshooting issues with hardware and processes.

• Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations supporting design including electrical requirements robotic safety standards and motor controls.

• Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Robotics or a related engineering field.
• Experience through internships co-ops academic projects or professional engineering roles.
• Familiarity with MATLAB Simulink or similar modeling tools.
• Strong analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical information clearly.

Desired Attributes

• Experience designing implementing or validating control systems.
• Proficiency with MATLAB Simulink Simscape or similar modeling and simulation tools.
• Experience with embedded software development or controls integration.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems powertrain systems robotics or autonomous machine technologies.
• Experience operating testing or developing construction agricultural mining or other off-highway equipment.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems sensor technologies and machine diagnostics.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $70000-$100000 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
• 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

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