Mechanical 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 an entry-level 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 Rapid City, SD facility working with their 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.

Mechanical Drafter

The selected candidate will support product design and manufacturing by creating and modifying 3-D CAD models, engineering drawings, Bills of Material, and engineering change documentation. The position will work closely with engineers, project leads, and other technical team members to resolve design and drawing issues, maintain accurate product documentation, and complete drafting projects according to established schedules and engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify 3-D CAD models and engineering drawings for components and assemblies.
• Prepare detailed manufacturing drawings in accordance with applicable engineering standards and specifications.
• Review models and drawings for accuracy, completeness, manufacturability, and compliance with project requirements.
• Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing principles to engineering drawings.
• Create and maintain engineering change documentation for new and revised designs.
• Use product lifecycle management software to store CAD files, maintain Bills of Material, and process engineering changes.
• Assist engineers in troubleshooting design, modeling, and drawing issues.
• Collaborate with engineers, project leads, and other technical team members to clarify project scope and drawing requirements.
• Convert design concepts, sketches, specifications, and engineering guidance into accurate technical models and drawings.
• Maintain organized technical documentation and accurate project records.
• Communicate project status, questions, delays, and technical issues to the appropriate project lead.
• Complete assigned projects according to established schedules and customer due dates.
• Support continuous improvement of drafting practices, engineering documentation, and design processes.

Requirements

• Associate degree, technical degree, certificate, or relevant experience in mechanical drafting, CAD, design technology, or a related technical field.
• Experience with mechanical drafting, CAD modeling, technical drawing, or related coursework and projects.
• Basic understanding of design techniques and the preparation of technical plans, drawings, blueprints, and models.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage assignments, meet deadlines, and communicate project status.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience creating mechanical component and assembly drawings.
• Experience with 3-D parametric CAD modeling software such as PTC Creo, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or similar tools.
• Experience applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Experience creating or modifying detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Experience with product lifecycle management or product data management software.
• Experience creating and maintaining Bills of Material and engineering change documentation.
• Experience supporting equipment, machinery, manufactured components, or mechanical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting drawing, modeling, and design-documentation issues.
• Experience working with engineers, manufacturing teams, and other technical professionals.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and OneNote.
• Internship, technical-school, project, or professional drafting experience.
• Desire to work in a detail-oriented engineering environment focused on accurate and manufacturable product documentation.

Pay Range: commensurate with experience - $35,000-$43,000

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