Manufacturing Engineer

11 hours ago

Horicon, WI, United States RFA Engineering Full time
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.

Manufacturing Engineer - Robotic Welding

As a Manufacturing Engineer you will support the development, implementation, and optimization of automated welding systems for production. This role will involve hands-on work with robotic welding cells, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and implementation of lean manufacturing principles to improve quality, efficiency, and safety.

Responsibilities
  • Develop, implement, and optimize robotic welding processes and procedures to improve production efficiency and quality.
  • Program, troubleshoot, and maintain robotic welding equipment, ensuring repeatability and uptime.
  • Support new product launches by developing welding process plans, tooling, and fixture designs.
  • Collaborate with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve production and quality issues.
  • Conduct weld trials, validate procedures, and perform weld inspections to industry and customer standards.
  • Analyze production data to identify opportunities for cost reduction, cycle time improvement, and scrap reduction.
  • Train operators and technicians on proper use and maintenance of robotic welding systems.
  • Ensure compliance with welding standards (AWS, ISO, customer specifications).
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on welding processes, automation, and safety.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Welding Engineering, or related field.
  • 1-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with emphasis on welding automation.
  • Hands-on experience with robotic welding programming (Fanuc, ABB, Motoman, or equivalent).
  • Knowledge of welding metallurgy, weld symbols, and GD&T.
  • Proficiency with CAD software for fixture/tooling development.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration skills.
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
Desired Attributes
  • AWS Certified Welding Engineer or Technologist certification (or ability to obtain).
  • Knowledge of PLCs, sensors, and automation integration.
  • Experience with weld testing, destructive/nondestructive inspection, and quality systems.
  • Practical, hands-on aptitude for troubleshooting manufacturing processes.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $65,000-$105,000 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

Equal Opportunity Employer
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