Boyd Thermal by Eaton - Senior Engineer

Boyd Thermal by Eaton; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Thermal Systems, a leader in thermal management, seeks a Senior Engineer to drive advanced product development from concept to validated solutions. You will collaborate across engineering, lab, manufacturing, and customer-facing teams to design, analyze, and optimize thermal systems while supporting business growth.

Requirements include a BS in a related field and 5+ years of experience. On-site role near Lancaster, PA with no immigration sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Basic (Required) Qualifications: BS in Mechanical/Aerospace/Thermal Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Must be located within 75 miles of Lancaster, PA; no relocation offered.
• Company does not sponsor immigration for this role.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced thermal management products for customer applications.
• Apply heat transfer principles including conduction, convection, and two‑phase systems.
• Analyze and predict performance of thermal systems (heat pipes, vapor chambers, thermosiphons, refrigeration).
• Create 3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD software.
• Perform CFD analyses with FloTHERM or Icepak.
• Design and execute experiments to validate performance and optimize designs.
• Prototype hardware testing and lab evaluations.
• Prepare technical reports, datasheets, and customer presentations.
• Support proposals, customer visits, and technical documentation.

Skills

Heat transfer fundamentals

CFD analysis

Prototype development

Technical communication

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

FloTHERM

Icepak

CAD software (3D modeling, drawings)

Job description

Job Description

Boyd Thermal Systems is a global leader in thermal management and engineered material solutions, delivering advanced cooling technologies that enable reliable performance in data centers, telecommunications, aerospace & defense, medical, and industrial applications.

Job Description

Boyd Thermal Systems is a global leader in thermal management and engineered material solutions, delivering advanced cooling technologies that enable reliable performance in data centers, telecommunications, aerospace & defense, medical, and industrial applications.

The Senior Engineer is responsible for conducting advanced thermal product development, analysis, testing, and research activities. This individual will work across engineering, laboratory, manufacturing, and customer-facing teams to design, analyze, validate, and optimize thermal management solutions while supporting business growth through technical expertise and customer engagement.

The Role Will Include

• Designing and developing advanced thermal management products and solutions for customer applications
• Applying heat transfer principles including conduction, convection, and two-phase thermal technologies
• Analyzing and predicting performance of thermal systems such as heat pipes, vapor chambers, thermosiphons, and refrigeration systems
• Creating 3D models, product designs, and manufacturing drawings using approved CAD software
• Performing CFD analysis using tools such as FloTHERM, Icepak, or equivalent software packages
• Designing and executing experiments to validate product performance and optimize thermal designs
• Building, testing, and evaluating prototypes in a laboratory environment
• Collaborating with technicians to fabricate, assemble, and validate prototype hardware
• Developing technical reports, engineering documentation, proposals, datasheets, and customer presentations
• Supporting sales teams through proposal development, thermal analysis, customer visits, and technical solution recommendations
• Assisting with cost estimates, bids, and other customer-facing technical documentation
• Presenting technical information to engineers, customers, and senior leadership
• Mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians

Basic (Required) Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related engineering discipline
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Boyd Thermal by Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• Must be located within 75 miles of Lancaster PA to be considered. No relocation offered. Active duty military exempt from radius requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (M.S. or M.E.) or Ph.D. in Engineering with a specialization in Heat Transfer, Thermal Sciences, or a related discipline
• Experience with two-phase thermal systems and advanced cooling technologies
• Knowledge of heat pipes, vapor chambers, thermosiphons, and refrigeration systems
• Experience with CFD software such as FloTHERM, Icepak, or similar thermal simulation tools
• Hands-on laboratory experience including prototype development and testing
• Experience supporting customer proposals, technical sales efforts, or business development activities
• Experience authoring technical papers, journal publications, or research reports
• Strong understanding of heat transfer fundamentals, including conduction and convection
• Experience creating engineering designs and detailed drawings using CAD software
• Experience conducting engineering analysis and interpreting technical results
• Ability to design experiments, execute testing, and analyze data
• Ability to independently prepare technical reports, presentations, and engineering documentation

Interview Requirements And Candidate Privacy Notice

All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

All Job Posting Locations

Lancaster

Remote Type

On-Site

EEO Statement

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Accommodations

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