Project Engineer, Mechanical Engineer

RFA Engineering () is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking entry‑level to experienced candidates to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidates 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 located near Green Bay, WI.

• 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.

This Project Engineer role involves coordinating design project tasks to meet deliverable timelines, supporting the development of mechanical components and systems across various manufacturing processes and managing project schedules and costs. The engineer will review and interpret engineering specifications, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and drive new product development and product improvements.

• Coordinate design project tasks to ensure that deliverables are met.
• Support the conception and development of mechanical components and systems that may include plastic processes, castings, forgings, stampings or laser cut parts, and large weldments.
• Monitor project schedule and costs.
• Review, understand, and interpret engineering specifications.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, Product Engineering, Product Verification & Validation, and Procurement teams.
• Work on new product development and current product improvements.
• Provide technical guidance and problem resolution.
• Coordinate material purchasing requirements, develop requisitions, and oversee vendor progress.
• Follow company procedures with regards to process & procedures.
• Use of Solid Works to support 3‑D Modeling of components.
• Creation and support of 2D drawings and specification documents.
• Work daily with a multi‑disciplinary team of engineers, supply management, business managers, project managers, pricing, marketing, customer support, suppliers and dealers.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years project management or product development experience.
• Managed multiple small and/or medium projects.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Candidates must have excellent communication and analytical skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments.

• Experience in 3‑D Modeling Software;
  Solid Works experience (Preferred)
• Strong understanding of GD&T.
• Design experience or exposure to 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.
• Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies.
• Previous design experience or knowledge of off‑road equipment.

Visa Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

Salary Range: $80,000-$120,000 commensurate with experience

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tela Doc:
  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
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Education Assistance

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.

Bachelors of Science or better in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

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