Lead Engineer (Product Development)

Advanced Cooling Technologies Inc•Lancaster, PA

22h

About The Position

Position summary: The Lead PD Engineer supervises and develops engineering staff while ensuring high performance and process consistency across all PD programs. Focus areas include staffing, development, compliance, standardization, conflict resolution, and customer relationship management. Requirements Our work environment demands a candidate with the ability to take on multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for team players who enjoy working with customers, vendors, and co-workers to provide the best service and solutions. The best candidates will be those who embrace new challenges, using critical thinking skills, and developing innovative solutions.

Requirements

Minimum B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
3+ years of relevant experience required
Supervisory/leadership experience desired
Proficiency in using commercial CAD (Solidworks), FEA (Solidworks) and CFD software (Autodesk Simulation, Fluent, Comsol)
Hands-on experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and prototype hardware fabrication and testing is a plus!
Good verbal and written skills.
Must be a US Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15? (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) due to ITAR restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and prototype hardware fabrication and testing is a plus!

Responsibilities

Supervise, mentor, and develop PD Engineers and Technicians.
Manage program schedules and budgets
Conduct performance reviews and manage staffing allocation.
Ensure compliance with SOPs, NPI workflow, ECNs, and documentation standards.
Lead departmental improvements and standardization efforts.
Represent PD in cross-department initiatives.
Resolve escalated customer or technical issues.
Support proposals and evaluate new opportunities.
Maintain frequent communication with customers and team members to resolve issues and provide exceptional products, solutions, and service.