Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

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 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.

Senior Electrical Engineer

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and support of high voltage electrical systems used in heavy equipment and industrial applications. This role ensures systems are safe, reliable, and compliant with all applicable standards. The engineer will lead design efforts, support testing and troubleshooting, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality electrical solutions.

Responsibilities

Design and document high voltage electrical systems, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and protection layouts.

Develop and maintain bills of materials and design documentation for electrical components.

Oversee installation, testing, and maintenance of motors, transformers, switchgear, and control panels.

Diagnose and resolve electrical system issues to improve reliability and performance.

Ensure all designs meet applicable electrical codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.

Manage projects from concept through completion, including planning, budgeting, and scheduling.

Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure proper system integration.

Provide technical guidance and support for commissioning and field troubleshooting activities.

Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in high voltage system design.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

8+ years of experience in high voltage electrical system design for heavy equipment or industrial systems.

Proficiency with power distribution, grounding, and protection design.

Working knowledge of PLCs, CANbus, and control systems.

Familiarity with engineering tools such as Teamcenter, NX, and Medusa.

Strong understanding of electrical codes and standards (NFPA, NEC, UL, ISO).

Desired Attributes

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Clear and effective communication across technical and non-technical teams.

Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Adaptable to both office and field environments.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range : $90,000-$140,000 – 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