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 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 Engineer - Hydraulic Systems
Responsibilities
Develop dynamic models of hydraulic systems and components to support system design, performance evaluation, and troubleshooting
Use modeling and simulation tools to analyze system behavior under varying operating conditions
Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and test engineers to align models with physical system performance
Support design trade studies, requirement development, and concept evaluations using simulation results
Correlate simulation results with test data and update models to improve accuracy and predictability
Document modeling assumptions, methodologies, and results in a clear and concise manner
Support continuous improvement of modeling processes, tools, and best practices
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Experience with hydraulic systems, including pumps, valves, actuators, and fluid power circuits
Strong understanding of dynamic system behavior, including transient response and system interactions
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test data
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Desired Skills and Attributes
Experience with simulation and modeling tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or similar platforms
Familiarity with system-level modeling of multi-domain systems (hydraulic, mechanical, and controls)
Experience supporting product development in off-highway, automotive, industrial, or mobile equipment applications
Hands-on mindset with the ability to bridge analytical work and real-world system behavior
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a collaborative engineering environment
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $70,000-$120,000 – 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
Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly
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.