Senior Director, Thermal Systems R&D & Innovation

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Hayden Industrial, a premier manufacturer of thermal systems, seeks a Director of Research and Development to lead strategy, design, and advancement of heat transfer equipment. This executive will steer product roadmaps, drive performance, safety, and regulatory compliance, and mentor a high-performing engineering team across Tulsa and Claremore facilities.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a track record in launching engineered industrial products

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field required
• PhD preferred
• PE license preferred
• 10+ years in thermal system design or heat transfer equipment engineering
• 5+ years in engineering leadership or R&D management
• Experience with pressure vessels and thermal system compliance standards
• Proven success launching engineered industrial products
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer principles
• Experience with CFD and FEA tools
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Understanding of manufacturing processes (welding, brazing, machining, fabrication)

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the R&D strategy aligned with company growth objectives.
• Identify emerging thermal technologies, materials, and industry trends.
• Drive product roadmap planning and lifecycle management.
• Evaluate new market opportunities (energy efficiency, electrification, sustainability).
• Lead development of heat exchangers, condensers, radiators, or other thermal systems.
• Oversee thermal modeling, simulation (CFD/FEA), and performance testing.
• Improve heat transfer efficiency, durability, manufacturability, and cost structure.
• Approve engineering designs, calculations, specifications, and test protocols.

Job description

Hayden Industrial, a premier manufacturer of thermal systems, seeks a Director of Research and Development to lead strategy, design, and advancement of heat transfer equipment. This executive will steer product roadmaps, drive performance, safety, and regulatory compliance, and mentor a high-performing engineering team across Tulsa and Claremore facilities.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a track record in launching engineered industrial products