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Manufacturing Engineer - Robotic Welding
RFA Engineering —Ankeny, IA
- $65,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
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Manufacturing Engineer - Robotic Welding

RFA Engineering -
Ankeny, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,000 - $95,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Bereavement leave
Life insurance

Qualifications

Robotic welding
CAD design (engineering design task)
GD&T
Manufacturing facility experience
Joining process implementation
Quality improvement programs in engineering
Manufacturing company experience
Implementing lean manufacturing processes
Custom fixtures
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com (https://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-$95,000 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

Education

Preferred

Bachelors of Science or better in Industrial Engineering or related field
Bachelors of Science or better in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Bachelors of Science or better in Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Skills

Preferred

Eng Engineering Standards
Eng Continuous Product Improvement

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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