Engineering Technician / CAD Drafter

RFA Engineering ( www.rfamec.com ) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking multiple entry-level technical 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 be onsite at our client's Pontiac, IL facility working with their Manufacturing Engineering teams.

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.

Engineering Technician / CAD Drafter

These Engineering Technician and CAD Drafter positions provide hands-on exposure to engineering, manufacturing processes, CNC equipment, CAD drafting, tooling, and new manufacturing equipment. The selected candidates will work closely with Manufacturing Engineers while developing practical technical skills in an engineering and manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

- Support Manufacturing Engineers with engineering and manufacturing projects.

- Create and update technical drawings, layouts, models, and engineering documentation.

- Develop detailed drawings and models for tooling, fixtures, equipment, and manufacturing processes.

- Assist with the development and maintenance of manufacturing process documentation.

- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation.

- Assist with dimensional measurements, data collection, and analysis of manufacturing results.

- Support installation and validation activities for new manufacturing equipment and processes.

- Assist with CNC equipment documentation, setup, and manufacturing support activities.

- Convert and update supplier drawings to meet engineering documentation standards.

- Collect and enter technical data and prepare reports, presentations, and summaries.

- Support troubleshooting, process improvement, quality, and engineering activities.

- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers and other technical team members to complete assigned projects.

Requirements

- High school diploma or GED.

- Interest in engineering, manufacturing, drafting, machining, or another technical field.

- Mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience, education, technical projects, STEM activities, hobbies, farm work, automotive work, or similar hands-on experience.

- Ability to read and understand basic technical drawings and documentation.

- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to follow instructions and independently complete assigned tasks after training.

- Ability to work effectively in both office and manufacturing environments.

Preferred Qualifications

- CAD drafting or 3-D modeling experience.

- Experience or coursework with AutoCAD, Siemens NX, or similar CAD software.

- Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings.

- Associate degree, technical degree, certificate, or current enrollment in an engineering, drafting, manufacturing, machining, or related technical program.

- Experience with CNC equipment, machining, tooling, or manufacturing processes.

- Experience creating technical drawings, models, layouts, or engineering documentation.

- Experience using measurement tools and collecting dimensional data.

- Experience with basic statistical analysis or technical data collection.

- Hands-on mechanical experience through employment, internships, STEM programs, technical education, or personal projects.

- Interest in developing a career in engineering, manufacturing, design, drafting, or another technical field.

Pay Range: commensurate with experience - $30,000-$40,000

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

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 Eden Prairie, MN, 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