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$65k – $90k per year
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Seniority
Junior
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026. RFA Engineering scores B on the Alion truth index.

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RFA Engineering is an engineering services firm headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, that provides mechanical, electrical and embedded software engineering, testing and documentation for makers of off-highway and industrial machines. Founded in 1967, it serves agriculture, construction, mining, turf care, forestry, power generation and defense equipment manufacturers from its own design centers and with engineers working on site at client facilities, including a large team in Dubuque, Iowa. It hires mechanical design and test engineers, electrical and embedded systems engineers, software test and validation engineers, computer vision specialists and CAD drafters.

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 entry level to 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.

Entry Level Software Engineer

This position is associated with the design and development of embedded software that controls machine operations and functions. Various development roles are available that require use of C, C++, Python or Simulink MBSD programming languages. Testing methods include bench testing with controllers, extensive vehicle simulation testing, and physical full machine testing.

Responsibilities

  • Development of embedded software applications that control vehicle operation using C, C++, or Simulink MBSD.
  • Integration of software in a multi-developer Agile team using Continuous Integration process.
  • Functional and integration testing prior to hand-off to software test and evaluation group
  • Development and release status tracking using the Agile development process.
  • Troubleshooting and debugging using unit tests, vehicle simulators and bench testing of controllers with hardware in the loop.
  • Creation of software design documentation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related degree.
  • Experience with C or C++ programming languages
  • Strong mathematical and analytical problem solving skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a team environment
  • Self-motivated, quick learner, with an any-problem-can-be-solved attitude
  • Must have a valid driver’s license

Desired Attributes

  • Experience with CAN J1939 communication protocol
  • Previous experience in a structured software development process
  • Ability to interpret hardware schematics for wiring and electronic controllers
  • Ability to interpret software requirements and state diagrams
  • Knowledge of common software development tools such as VisualBasic,
  • Experience with Simulink Model Based Software Design
  • General machine knowledge of industrial equipment or machinery

Pay Range: $65,000-$90,000 - 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

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