Entry Level Mechanical Engineer
Job Location:
Chillicothe, IL - USA
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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.
Entry Level Mechanical Engineer
The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff supporting the development of engines powertrain systems cast components and off-highway equipment. Work will include product design product improvement cost reduction product health prototype support validation and manufacturing support activities. Potential projects may involve diesel and natural gas engines axles drives gears torque converters cast components and systems used in construction mining and industrial equipment. The work will be highly collaborative with both internal customers and external suppliers.
Responsibilities
- Participate in design development build and validation activities related to engines powertrain systems and off-highway equipment.
- Collaborate with design teams to develop and improve mechanical systems and components.
- Work with validation and system engineers to ensure product requirements are satisfied through appropriate testing and analysis.
- Support prototype pilot and production build activities.
- Assist with product quality reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support root cause investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
- Work with factory operations manufacturing quality and supplier teams to support robust product solutions.
- Support Bill of Material (BOM) creation and maintenance activities.
- Create and update engineering documentation models and product structures.
- Assist with APQP activities and product development processes.
- Support supplier and customer interactions as needed.
- Collaborate with other groups (Engineering Manufacturing Purchasing Validation Quality Supplier Development etc.) as necessary.
- Travel to supplier or customer sites pending project need (up to 5%).
Requirements
- BSME BSMET or equivalent degree with experience.
- Entry level candidates and experienced candidates will be considered.
- Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies.
- Excellent communication both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments.
- Strong analytical problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to thrive in a team environment.
- Ability to travel (less than 10% of time).
Desired Attributes
- Experience with the APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) process.
- Experience in 3-D Modeling Software; Creo (Pro/Engineer) experience.
- Previous experience with Teamcenter or other PDM software.
- Experience with manufacturing processes.
- Design experience or exposure to off-road mobile equipment engines powertrain systems or heavy machinery.
- Experience with shop or factory support.
- Exposure to validation prototype builds testing or product development activities.
- Desire to work in an engineering environment focusing on robust & cost effective design.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $60000-$78000 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:
Junior IC
About Company
Offering comprehensive design services for mechanical, electrical, and software engineering across all machine design areas.
