Mechanical Design Engineer - Hydraulics

RFA Engineering

Chattanooga, TN

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$75,000–$100,000 Per Year

SKILLS

3D Modeling, Aerospace and Defense, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Equipment, Analysis Skills, Assembly Drawings, Assembly Line, Communication Skills, Construction, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Design Services, Documentation, Electricity, Employee Assistance Plan, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Life Insurance, Manufacturing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mobile Plant/Equipment, PDMLink, Problem Solving Skills, Product Data Management (PDM), Product Design, Product Development, Product Documentation, Product Engineering, Product Support, Product Testing, Prototyping, RFA, Root Cause Analysis, Schematics, Simulation, SolidWorks, System Validation, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Time Management, Validation Testing, Vision Plan, Windchill PLM Software, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Chattanooga, TN

POSTED

Today

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking a growth-oriented candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work withan 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 includesopportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Mechanical Design Engineer - Hydraulics

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with a focus on hydraulic systems to support product design and integration. This role involves working closely with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams to develop efficient, cost-effective solutions. Key responsibilities include 3D modeling, creating 2D drawings, supporting assembly line challenges, and troubleshooting hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

Communication with suppliers and customers on product selection and integration
Use of SolidWorks to support 3-D Modeling of components, sheet metal and hydraulic or electrical routings.
Creation and support of 2D drawings and specification documentation
Work with manufacturing, quality, product verification and validation, customer support and suppliers to develop efficient and cost-effective designs
Support Assembly Line challenges
Using Hydraulic Schematics to troubleshoot and validate system function.
Compile and furnish necessary information (engineering decisions and reports of pertinent design analyses data) to document the design solution required for building of prototypes and adoption of the design with possible involvement of other functional engineers.
Provide hands-on support during prototype builds, including coordination with suppliers, troubleshooting assembly and integration issues, and validating component fit and function.

Requirements

Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree
Minimum 3 years of demonstrated experience working with hydraulic components or systems
Experience in 3-D Modeling Software; SolidWorks (Preferred)
Strong mechanical and electrical 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

Desired Attributes

Previous experience with PDM software (Windchill, PDMLink or Similar)
Strong understanding of GD&T
Design experience with off-road mobile equipment
Ability to address quality issues, determine root cause and drive to a corrective action
Desire to work in an engineering environment focusing on robust & cost effective designs
Experience operating off-road mobile equipment

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $75,000-$100,000 - 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
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

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

About the Company

RFA Engineering

RFA Engineering’s history dates back to 1943, when the Minnesota Engineering Company (MEC) was founded. Several tool designers left the Northern Pump Company to form their own company to support the fluctuating tool design needs of the defense industry.

MEC flourished with the simple operating principle of being responsive to the client and delivering exactly what was promised.

COMPANY SIZE

500 to 999 employees

INDUSTRY

Engineering Services

FOUNDED

1961

WEBSITE

http://www.rfamec.com/