Electrical Engineering Technician

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) 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 customer's world-class engineering and manufacturing facility.

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

Electrical Engineering Technician

Performs instrumented tests using existing procedures to verify that system performance meets product specifications. Supports assigned product groups in product validation and verification process as associated with production requirements. Provides problem identification and resolution, corrective action and tracking and reliability analysis. Provides input on test procedures to engineers and support personnel as required.

Responsibilities

• Designs, schedules and performs field and/or lab tests to validate new product designs.
• Develops programs for data acquisition.
• Collects and installs instrumentation for test.
• Compiles test reports that document procedures and communicates results and guidance to design group.
• Gives work direction to test operators.
• Analyzes test data of moderate complexity, draws conclusions and summarizes reports.
• Assists in procedure and process documentation for various aspects of testing requirements.
• Assists in developing changes to product design for new programs or continuous improvement projects.
• Responsible for the set up and operation of a flying probe testing machine

Requirements

• Degree in an Engineering/Technology discipline or equivalent experience. - Technical degree or apprenticeship (1-2 years or equivalent)
• Product design experience. 
• Product test and analysis experience. 
• Product design, test and/or analysis experience.
• Experience with engineering tools, systems and databases.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.  

Desired Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with one or more of the following systems: mechanical, hydraulic, electrical.
• Skill in using company information systems and processes.
• Knowledge in engineering principles, theory and practice as well as product knowledge.
• Knowledge of industry Product Verification & Validation processes and execution methodologies.
• Fundamental understanding of machine forms relevant to the specific job assignment and Company division/unit.
• Knowledge/familiarity with machines manufactured by competitors.
• Knowledge of the Enterprise Product Delivery Process (EPDP), Enterprise Technology Development process (ETDP) and/or Enterprise Customer Acquisition Process (ECAP). 

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