RFA Engineering · 14 hours ago
Engineering Technician - Mechanical Testing
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$50K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expRFA Engineering is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering timely engineering support and expertise. They are seeking an experienced Engineering Technician - Mechanical Testing to support laboratory testing of mechanical systems, working closely with engineering and product development teams to validate new designs and improve existing products.
ComputerManufacturingProduct Design
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform routine and non-routine laboratory tests supporting product development and reliability programs
Set up, operate, and maintain test equipment and instrumentation to collect accurate engineering data
Execute testing related to structural reliability, vibration, acoustics, fatigue, durability, thermal exposure, fluid immersion, acceleration, shaker tables, strain gages, and structural dynamics
Assist engineers and senior technicians with complex test setups, procedures, and troubleshooting
Follow established test procedures and provide detailed documentation of setups, observations, data, results, and test progress
Support fabrication, modification, maintenance, and repair of test fixtures and specialized lab equipment
Perform quality checks, calibration support, and general laboratory upkeep
Contribute to validation and qualification activities using standard engineering and laboratory practices
Support occasional field testing and continuous improvement of lab processes
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent with 2–5 years of relevant hands-on mechanical experience, or Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field
Strong mechanical aptitude (backgrounds such as mechanic, service technician, equipment technician, or similar are highly applicable)
Experience following structured test procedures
Experience with data acquisition systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Preferred
Experience with high-speed data acquisition
Experience performing applied mechanics or structural testing
Familiarity with measurement hardware and software systems
Experience with vibration, strain gage, or structural dynamics testing
Previous laboratory or product validation experience
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
Company
RFA Engineering
RFA Engineering is an engineering company providing mechanical and electrical design.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Adam Koehler
Engineering Director - Partner at RFA Engineering
Bruce Birr
Engineering Director / CIO / Partner
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