Electrical Design Technician

Job Description

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.

Electrical Design Technician

The Electrical Design Technician will support the design and development of electrical harnesses and routing for specialized machines. In this role, you will work closely with electrical and mechanical engineers to optimize wire harness layouts, ensure manufacturability, and maintain compliance with design and safety standards.

Job Description

Design and route electrical harnesses and cables using 3D CAD software

Develop and maintain wiring schematics, harness drawings, and technical documentation.

Ensure efficient and logical routing of electrical components to optimize performance, serviceability, and manufacturability.

Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to integrate wire harness designs into complex assemblies.

Perform quality checks and design validations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company guidelines.

Support prototype builds and troubleshooting to refine designs and resolve issues.

Work with suppliers to select appropriate connectors, wires, and protective sheathing for durability and performance.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience with wire harness routing and design in 3D CAD software.

Knowledge of electrical schematics, connectors, and industry wiring standards.

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and effectively communicate design considerations.

Preferred Skills

Experience with wire harness routing and design in 3D CAD software.

Experience with Creo Harness, Zuken E3, Capital Harness, or similar wire harness design tools.

Familiarity with off-highway, automotive, or aerospace electrical systems.

Understanding of electrical routing best practices, including bend radii, clearance, and thermal considerations.

Experience with PLM systems such as Windchill or Teamcenter.

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