Mechanical Design Engineer - Hydraulics

RFA Engineering•East Moline, IL

3d•$65,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

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 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 with Creo, creating 2D drawings, supporting assembly line challenges, and troubleshooting hydraulic systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree
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

Nice To Haves

Experience in 3-D Modeling Software; Creo (Preferred)
Previous experience with Windchill or PDMLink
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 working with Hydraulic or Electrical Systems
Experience operating off-road mobile equipment

Responsibilities

Communication with suppliers and customers on product selection and integration
Use of Creo and Windchill 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.