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    Mechanical Design Engineer - Lafayette, United States - Rogers Freels & Associates Inc

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    RFA Engineering

    ) 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.
    5-7+ years of progressive work experience
    3 to 5 years of crankcase ventilation components and sub-systems experience
    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-$85,000 – 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

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