Electronic Design Engineer - Power Electronics

Job Description

Job Description

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) develops embedded software and electronics for our world-class clients in the areas of precision agriculture and vehicle electrification. 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 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.

Electronic Design Engineer – Power Electronics

As an Electronic Design Engineer, you will support the design and development of power electronics and embedded electronic systems for vehicle and equipment applications. This role focuses on circuit design, analysis, validation, and production support within a collaborative engineering environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and analyze technical requirements to define electronic design solutions

• Design and implement microprocessor-based embedded electronic hardware

• Adapt electronic circuitry for vehicle-based and fixed equipment applications

• Perform worst-case analysis, simulation, integration, and verification of analog and digital circuits

• Create and execute test and analysis plans for product verification and validation

• Document design solutions, analyses, and test results

• Provide on-site technical support to manufacturing, quality, and supply management teams

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program

• 3–5 years of experience in electronic circuit design and embedded hardware development

• Working knowledge of microprocessor-based electronic systems and mechanical packaging requirements

• Experience supporting testing, manufacturing, and quality activities

• Ability to perform complex engineering analysis and make sound design decisions related to circuit architecture and component selection

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree with a focus on power electronics

• Experience designing inverters and DC/DC converters for low- and high-voltage systems

• Experience with isolated and non-isolated power architectures

• Experience with battery management system electronics

• Experience supporting product development from concept through production

• Background designing electronics for harsh or rugged environments

• Familiarity with hybrid or electric vehicle systems

• Experience with circuit simulation tools, MathCAD, and schematic capture tools

• Experience with microcontroller- and FPGA-based designs

• Ability to lead or coordinate electronic design efforts within a project team

Pay Range: $80,000-$120,000 – 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
• TelaDoc Healthiest You
• Supplemental Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
• HSA for Medical Expenses
• Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Education Assistance

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly