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Mechanical Design Engineer

Rogers Freels & Associates Inc
Lafayette, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Mechanical Design Engineer

The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff in the development of large diesel or gas engine sub-systems. Work will include product design, product improvement, cost reduction, and product health in large engine systems. The work will be highly collaborative with both internal customers and external suppliers.

Responsibilities :

  • Provide engineering support for several existing component families and associated sub-systems
  • Determine suitability of applying existing components and / or sub-systems to new engine applications
  • Lead and manage requirements definition, design concepts, analysis / simulation, design down select, part procurement, validation activities, product cost, and associated timing for new components and sub-systems within the NPI (New Product Introduction) process
  • Lead and support the closure of formal CPI (Continuous Product Improvement) and NPI (New Product Introduction) issues thru the Six Sigma DMAIC process
  • Lead team meetings with Air Systems suppliers to manage existing purchased finished components and to develop new purchased finished components from concept thru start of production
  • Perform first order calculations, analyze data, and summarize data in order to articulate design tradeoffs or support design validation activities
  • Identify and apply design standards, expertise from COEs (Centers of Excellence), Air Systems standard work, and expertise from Air Systems peers to a variety of design projects
  • Interface with a multitude of proprietary computer systems to obtain, upload, & / or manage information
  • Collaborate with internal process partners, suppliers, and internal / external customers on multiple projects that will be taking place simultaneously
  • Create and present informal and formal design reviews
  • Assemble & / or disassemble prototype components & / or sub-systems
  • Perform detailed inspections of new & / or field returned components
  • Travel to other facilities, suppliers, & / or customer sites (

Basic Qualifications :

  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from an accredited university.
  • Engine Component and system level design experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong organization and time management skills
  • Preferred Skills

  • Crankcase ventilation components and sub-systems experience
  • Engine Component and system level design experience
  • Experience collaborating with suppliers utilizing APQP processes
  • Experience with NPI (New Product Introduction) and CPI (Continuous Product Improvement) process and timelines
  • Component level design experience with castings, fabrications & injection molded polymers
  • CREO 3D modeling and simulation skill set
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
  • Demonstrated capability to be successful in an engineering role with minimal formal processes & procedures (self-starter)
  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

    Pay Range : $65,000-$80,000 – 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

    Salary : $65,000 - $80,000

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