Project Manager Engineering Research and Development

Who We Are

LaFrance Corp is a privately owned business founded in 1946. Our corporate headquarters is located in Concordville, Delaware County, PA. LaFrance Corp is a creative work community with a strong corporate culture and fundamental core values such as Family, Teamwork, Use of the Creative Process, Respect for our Roots, Love of Technical Challenges, Honest and Fair, and Home-Grown Management. Business Units within LaFrance Corp include LaFrance, PacTec, Benmatt Industries and JAT Creative Products.

LaFrance Corp is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacturing of on-product branding. We work with top leaders in consumer and professional markets. Our products can be seen on high-end sunglasses, premium refrigerators, car key fobs, top-rated golf clubs, robotic vacuums, and much more. We believe small details make a lasting impression and build brand strength for our customers.

What Sets Us Apart

At LaFrance our core guiding principle is to Live Long and Prosper. With over 75 years of experience, we continue to drive value and success with top global brands. We maintain a casual, yet professional atmosphere and promotion from within is an essential core value. We believe in a work life balance and promote a healthy lifestyle program for all employees. Our volunteer team provides multiple opportunities a year to serve our community. We acknowledge our team members’ years of services with quarterly employee luncheons, knowing the people are what makes our company great.

Benefits include paid holidays, relaxed dress code, culture teams, and a fitness center on the premises.

LaFrance Corp is currently seeking Project Manager in the Research and Development Department in Engineering.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Co-op to join our Innovation Lab in Newtown Square, PA in the fall, September 2026. This position offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in materials research, process development, and technology exploration in support of LaFrance’s advanced product line and manufacturing innovation initiatives.

The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, and eager to apply classroom learning to real-world R&D challenges in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the research and development of new materials, coatings, and processes for decorative and functional applications.
• Support hands-on testing, data collection, and analysis to evaluate performance and durability.
• Assist in experimental trials, including setup, documentation, and execution under engineer supervision.
• Collaborate with R&D engineers and Project Managers to develop process improvements and prototype concepts.
• Summarize findings and present results through reports, data visualization, and presentations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow safety and quality protocols.