Electrical Engineering Technician
Davenport, IA - USA
Job Summary
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.
Electrical Engineering Technician
This role will work closely with engineers suppliers manufacturing teams and customers to support electrical system implementation create and maintain technical documentation troubleshoot electrical systems and assist with prototype and production activities. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on electrical aptitude experience interpreting electrical schematics and familiarity with CAD tools such as Creo and Windchill.
Responsibilities
- Support engineers with electrical system and component integration activities.
- Create and maintain 2D drawings wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
- Assist with 3D modeling and electrical routing activities using Creo and Windchill.
- Collaborate with manufacturing quality validation customer support and suppliers to support product improvements and issue resolution.
- Troubleshoot electrical systems using schematics wiring diagrams and diagnostic tools.
- Support prototype builds testing and validation activities.
- Assist in identifying root causes of electrical and assembly-related issues and support implementation of corrective actions.
- Provide technical support for assembly line and production challenges.
- Collect organize and document test results engineering changes and design updates.
- Support product verification activities to ensure systems meet functional and quality requirements.
- Communicate with suppliers and internal teams regarding component selection installation and issue resolution.
Requirements
- Associate or Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology Electronics Technology Mechatronics Industrial Technology or a related technical field.
- Equivalent technical experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude demonstrated through education work experience military experience or hands-on projects.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics wiring diagrams and technical drawings.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and meet project deadlines.
Desired Attributes
- Experience with Creo Windchill or similar CAD/PDM systems.
- Experience supporting electrical systems wiring harnesses sensors or electronic components.
- Knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawings.
- Experience troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment.
- Knowledge of off-road equipment agricultural machinery construction equipment or similar mobile machinery.
- Experience supporting prototype builds testing or manufacturing operations.
- Familiarity with quality tools such as root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
- Experience operating off-road mobile equipment.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $65000-$90000 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
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Offering comprehensive design services for mechanical, electrical, and embedded software engineering across all machine design areas.