Engineer, R&D Thermal

Q Products & Services is seeking an innovative and hands-on R&D Thermal Engineer to develop thermal protective products for the transportation industry. This role involves designing and manufacturing sustainable packaging components for cold-chain shipping of food and pharmaceutical products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in thermo-fluid sciences and thermal testing equipment.

This is an onsite position at Hazel Crest, IL.

Essential Functions

• Lead R&D efforts for thermal analysis, new product development, and improving current production methods.
• Conduct analytical modeling to predict thermal systems performance.
• Draft proposals, write papers, and present research findings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Evaluate thermal analysis results and provide feedback and design direction.
• Set goals and develop project plans for analyzing material properties and thermal performance impact.
• Write technical protocols and reports to document test procedures and results of R&D studies.
• Occasionally interface with customers to explain modeling approaches, results, and analysis.
• Research and compare new and emerging technologies relevant to new or existing products and processes.
• Work with external vendors to understand capabilities, limitations, and user requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related heat transfer discipline.
• 3 years of industry experience (all experience levels considered).
• Strong background in thermo-fluid sciences, both modeling and experimental.
• Experience with thermal testing equipment is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in thermal analysis using CAE and Finite Element Modeling (FEM).
• Knowledge of heat transfer and thermal principles in conduction and convection.
• Good problem-solving skills involving multiple variables.
• Background in Design of Experiments is helpful.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently on multiple projects.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Excellent written, spoken, and listening communication skills.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds unassisted and work in various physical environments.
• Up to 10% travel may be required.

Compensation/Benefits:

We foster a collaborative team environment that values innovation and encourages creative solutions to drive positive organizational impact. Our employees are the key to our success and help us stand out from our competitors. The base pay range for this role is $80,000 to $95,000. The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location. We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

If you are passionate about thermal engineering and want to contribute to innovative, sustainable solutions in the transportation industry, we encourage you to apply!

Lanco is an equal employment opportunity employer.  All employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training, and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law.

Salary : $80,000 - $95,000