Job Description
Lasko Products, a market leader for nearly 120 years in home comfort products, including portable fans, heaters and air purifiers, is seeking a Project Engineer III to join our team in our West Chester, PA headquarters. The Project Engineer III will be more than a technical contributor—they will be a driver of new ideas, a collaborator across global teams, and a key player in launching meaningful, high-quality home comfort solutions. Key Responsibilities Turn great ideas into great products by defining clear, consumer-driven product specs Build feasibility models, select key components, and help shape what the product can and should be Design test methods and validating system performance Bring products to life by applying your knowledge of mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and electronics Work together with OEM partners to fine-tune designs and explore the best manufacturing methods Lead design reviews that get everyone aligned and excited about where the product is headed Keep an eye on the competition—spot what they’re doing well (or not so well) and find ways to do it better Take charge of large-scale engineering projects: build BOMs, own engineering changes, and qualify design updates Gather input from all corners of the business, manage trade-offs, and make sure projects stay on track Stay organized and in control by managing key project elements like scope, timeline, cost, and communication Prototype like a pro—fabricate proof-of-concept models and develop test plans to learn fast and iterate faster Always be improving—dig into existing designs and look for ways to make our products even better Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering 6-10 years of experience developing awesome products Possess strong technical chops and a passion for product excellence Confident leading medium-scope projects and juggling competing priorities with ease A collaborative team player who communicates clearly with cross-functional and global teams Analytical, organized, and curious Skilled in SolidWorks, Altium, Excel, SharePoint, and project management tools Hands-on with test equipment: multimeter, thermocouples, power supplies, soldering irons Experience working with international manufacturing partners and suppliers Familiarity with testing standards and regulatory requirements (UL, DOE, etc.) is a plus Minitab/statistical knowledge for DOE or tolerance analysis is a bonus How You’ll Be Measured On-Time Product Launch – You hit key milestones and deliver when it matters Product Cost Attainment – You drive smart engineering decisions that meet financial goals Time to Market – You move fast without compromising quality About Lasko Products Better Air Starts Here. Lasko Products is the leading air solutions brand with a reputation for reliable products, peak performance, and perpetual innovation – our commitment to our customers for over a century. Founded in 1906 by Henry Lasko in Philadelphia, Lasko has evolved for over a century to become the global leader in air solution products. From our roots in small appliances, fans, and portable heaters, we’ve grown to become the leading home comfort company while maintaining our unwavering commitment to quality and value. Today, Lasko stands as a symbol of innovation, offering consumers around the world high-performance products; portable fans, heaters, air purifiers, humidifiers, and home ventilation solutions. Our well-known brands, such as B-Air, Air King, and Guardian Technologies, serve both consumer and commercial markets across North America and internationally. As an American company, we take pride in upholding the spirit of hard work, trust and accessibility, ensuring that Lasko remains available to all, for generations to come. Headquartered in West Chester, Pennsylvania, with manufacturing and distribution facilities nationwide, Lasko continues to set the standard in the air solutions category for another 100 years. Lasko’s mission is to enhance lives by creating comfortable environments with innovative products you can trust. The company’s success is based on Five Core Values: Be Bold Challenge the status quo Courageously pursue the impossible Reject mediocrity Be Together Work together for success Drive trust and candor with each other Prioritize "We" before "I" Be A Leader Lead with personal conviction Inspire each other to deliver high- quality results