Mechanical Engineer - Model Configuration

Job Description

RFA Engineering is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking an 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 Engineer- Model Configuration

As a Model Configuration Engineer, you will be responsible for enabling the efficient design and variation management of equipment platforms. You will work closely with design engineers, product configuration analysts, and product data management (PDM) teams to ensure CAD models, bill of materials (BOMs), and variant logic align with product offerings. Your work will be critical in supporting product development, customization, and manufacturing planning.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain configurable CAD assemblies and models using tools such as Creo, NX, or similar.

Work with platform architects to implement logical configuration structures across multiple machine models.

Collaborate with engineering teams to incorporate modular design practices and variant-based component structures.

Support the development of configuration logic using tools such as Siemens Teamcenter, PTC Windchill, or similar PDM/PLM platforms.

Ensure CAD data integrity and proper part number control for configuration-dependent parts and assemblies.

Provide documentation and training to engineering and manufacturing stakeholders on model configuration processes and standards.

Participate in design reviews and cross-functional meetings to understand product requirements and configuration impacts.

Responsibilities

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling software (Creo preferred).

Understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM) and PDM systems.

Strong analytical and organizational skills; attention to detail.

Ability to interpret and apply product configuration rules and engineering logic.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Desired Skills

Experience with configurable design practices and parametric modeling.

Familiarity with Teamcenter, Windchill, or other configuration management tools.

Background in agriculture, construction, or off-highway equipment design.

Experience working in a cross-functional product development environment.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $60,000-$90,000 – 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

Health Savings Account

TelaDoc: 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

Bereavement Leave

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Education Assistance

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly

Full-time