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RFA Engineering

UX Engineer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$80K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Conduct user research, usability assessments, and workflow evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement. * Utilize UX metrics, customer feedback, and validation results to influence product ...

RFA Engineering

UX Engineer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$80K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Conduct user research, usability assessments, and workflow evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement. * Utilize UX metrics, customer feedback, and validation results to influence product ...

Rogers Freels & Associates Inc

UX Engineer

Dubuque, IA

$80K - $130K/yr

Conduct user research, usability assessments, and workflow evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement. * Utilize UX metrics, customer feedback, and validation results to influence product ...

RFA Engineering

UX Designer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$75K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience utilizing UX metrics, usability data, and user research to influence product design decisions. * Knowledge of accessibility standards, visual hierarchy, information architecture, and brand ...

RFA Engineering

UX Designer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$75K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience utilizing UX metrics, usability data, and user research to influence product design decisions. * Knowledge of accessibility standards, visual hierarchy, information architecture, and brand ...

Rogers Freels & Associates Inc

UX Designer

Dubuque, IA

$75K - $110K/yr

Experience utilizing UX metrics, usability data, and user research to influence product design decisions. * Knowledge of accessibility standards, visual hierarchy, information architecture, and brand ...

Vultus Inc

UI/UX Designer

Ames, IA · On-site +1

UI/UX Designer Experience: 3-6 Years Location: Remote/Hybrid/Onsite (Based on Business Requirements ... Conduct user research, competitor analysis, and usability testing. * Create user flows, wireframes ...

Softpath System LLC

UX/UI Designer

Des Moines, IA

This individual will be collaborating with other UX designers, consulting with stakeholders, conducting research, designing web pages and mobile apps, and coordinating usability testing. This ...

Tractor Zoom

Be Seen First

Product Designer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will lead UX research to uncover user insights, guide product direction, and contribute to the product roadmap. The ideal candidate will be adept at UX research and design, ensuring a seamless ...

INNOVO RESEARCH INC

Clinical Research Assistant

Dubuque, IA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

JOB SUMMARY A Clinical Research Assistant is an entry-level research position. This position is ... Phlebotomy experience/certification preferred. * Certified Nurse Assistant Certificate and/or ...

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How much do user experience research assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for user experience research assistant in Iowa is $42.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.06 and $46.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a user experience research assistant do?

A User Experience (UX) Research Assistant supports UX researchers in studying how users interact with digital products, such as websites and apps. Their tasks often include recruiting participants, preparing research materials, observing user sessions, collecting data, and analyzing feedback. They help ensure that design decisions are based on real user needs and behaviors by providing valuable insights from research. This role is ideal for individuals interested in human behavior, technology, and improving product usability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a user experience research assistant?

To thrive as a User Experience Research Assistant, you need foundational knowledge of research methodologies, user-centered design principles, and a relevant degree or coursework in fields like psychology, HCI, or design. Familiarity with usability testing tools (such as UserTesting or Optimal Workshop), survey platforms, and basic data analysis software is often required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and collaboration skills help you gather insights and work effectively with cross-functional teams. These competencies are essential for producing actionable research that drives product improvements and enhances user satisfaction.

What are some common challenges faced by user experience research assistants, and how can they overcome them?

User Experience Research Assistants often encounter challenges such as recruiting diverse and representative participants, managing tight research timelines, and ensuring clear communication of findings to cross-functional teams. To overcome these challenges, assistants can utilize established recruitment platforms, maintain organized schedules, and develop strong documentation and presentation skills. Collaborating proactively with designers, product managers, and other researchers also helps ensure insights are actionable and integrated into product development.

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Infographic showing various User Experience Research Assistant job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,204 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

UX Engineer

RFA Engineering

Dubuque, IA • On-site

$80K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking a growth-oriented 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.
UX Engineer
UX Engineer will support the development and improvement of operator experiences for off-highway equipment. In this role, you will work closely with engineering, product management, and development teams to enhance operator interfaces, displays, controls, and in-cab systems. You will apply user-centered design, human factors, and ergonomics principles to ensure products deliver intuitive, efficient, and engaging user experiences.
Responsibilities
  • Apply usability, human factors, and ergonomic principles to influence the design and development of operator stations, displays, controls, and user interfaces.
  • Support the development of user-centered requirements for operator-facing systems and machine features.
  • Evaluate and improve the user experience of control interfaces, displays, infotainment systems, and other operator interactions.
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute validation activities to assess usability, functionality, and operator satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with product management, engineering, software development, and other stakeholders throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Translate customer and operator needs into actionable design recommendations and product requirements.
  • Support the development and adoption of display strategies and operator interface standards across multiple machine platforms.
  • Conduct user research, usability assessments, and workflow evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Utilize UX metrics, customer feedback, and validation results to influence product decisions and enhance user experiences.
  • Create and communicate user flows, prototypes, storyboards, and other UX artifacts to support design and development efforts.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of UX processes, tools, and best practices.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Factors, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience will also be considered.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience applying User-Centered Design (UCD) principles to complex product or interface development challenges.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience working with cross-functional teams including engineering, software development, product management, and business stakeholders.
  • Experience participating in technology and product development processes from concept through validation.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to guide teams through user-centered design methodologies.
  • Ability to analyze user needs and translate findings into product requirements and design recommendations.
  • Experience planning and executing validation activities for hardware, software, or integrated systems.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with design collaboration and prototyping tools such as Figma or Sketch.
  • Experience working with construction, agriculture, off-highway, or heavy equipment products.
  • Knowledge of human factors engineering, ergonomics, operator environments, and machine controls.
  • Experience using UX metrics, customer research, and usability testing to influence product development decisions.
  • Experience creating user flows, storyboards, prototypes, and other UX deliverables to support design validation.
  • Familiarity with operator displays, machine controls, HMI systems, or embedded user interfaces.
  • Demonstrated ability to balance user needs, technical requirements, and business objectives in product development.

Portfolio Requirement
A portfolio demonstrating the ability to design intuitive user experiences, create task flows, develop wireframes and prototypes, and deliver polished user interface solutions is required as part of the application process. Portfolio submissions may be provided as a website URL or attachment.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Pay Range: $80,000-$130,000 - 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

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Equal Opportunity Employer
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