Senior Product Development Engineer - Thermal and Metal Systems

Senior Product Development Engineer - Thermal & Metal Systems

We're a leading manufacturer seeking a Senior Engineer to help us design and deliver advanced metal-based thermal systems, including liquid cooling assemblies, cold plates, heat exchangers, and chillers. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role where you'll lead small teams, engage directly with clients, and collaborate closely with our shop floor to bring complex systems to life.

Key Responsibilities

Get Your Hands Dirty:

You'll be directly involved in the welding, machining, and fabrication of our thermal systems. From concept to prototype to production, you'll help shape how our products are built.

Work Closely with Customers:

You'll meet with clients to understand their needs, translate those into technical solutions, and deliver finished products that solve real-world problems.

Lead a Team:

You'll guide a small team of engineers and technicians, keeping projects on track and energy high. Your leadership will help drive innovation and accountability.

Coordinate with the Shop Floor:

You'll be the bridge between engineering and manufacturing. You'll work side by side with machinists, welders, and assemblers to ensure everything is built right the first time.

Own the Product Lifecycle:

From initial design through production and support, you'll be the go-to engineer for your projects. You'll also lead root cause investigations and continuous improvement efforts when needed.

Qualifications

6+ years of experience in manufacturing or product development, with a strong focus on metal fabrication, welding, and machining

A BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Experience working directly with customers and translating their needs into manufacturable designs

A proven ability to lead small teams and collaborate across departments

Proficiency in SolidWorks, GD&T, and engineering documentation

Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or medical industry standards is a plus

Benefits

Base Salary Between $110-130k + 5% Bonus Potential

Strong Benefits Package (Medical/Dental/Vision, Retirement Savings Options, etc.

Unlimited Vacation/Paid Time Off

Work/Life Balance