Senior Director, Laboratory Equipment at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Mentor Expertise Areas
Structures, Materials, or Structural Dynamics
Acoustics
Corporate Operations
Design for Manufacturing
Management and Leadership
Operations; Trust & Safety; Manufacturing
Systems Engineering
Mentor Focus Areas
General career mentoring
Advice related to graduate school
Non-AE career options
Career Fair Prep
Interview Prep
Resume Reviews
General career mentoring
Private industry career perspectives

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April
2
2025
6:00 PM EDT
Virtual
April
2
2025
6:30 PM EDT
Virtual
April
2
2025
7:00 PM EDT
Virtual
Biography

Tim Hamel has extensive experience across the medical device, appliance, automotive, and research industries. Currently serving as a Sr Director in Laboratory Equipment for Thermo Fisher Scientific, Tim spearheads customer-centric digital transformations and the deployment of Generative AI solutions to enhance customer service, supply chain, and commercial processes. His strategic Value Engineering Value Analysis initiatives have also led to substantial material cost savings while maintaining and even improving  quality and performance standards.

 

Tim's journey in engineering and project management began at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he earned his Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering. Tim was a co-op with GTRI under Dr. Krishan Ahuja, where he learned and applied acoustics research techniques for clients such as Ford Motor Company. 

 

A certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Six Sigma Black Belt, Tim is recognized for his expertise in deploying continuous improvement and project management tools to deliver tangible results. His innovative contributions to the field are underscored by the 12 patents he holds for consumer product inventions.

 

Tim's leadership philosophy is rooted in servant leadership and continuous improvement. He believes in leading by example, fostering an environment of transparency, and championing inclusivity. Tim is committed to mentoring and developing future leaders by sharing his knowledge and providing opportunities for professional growth. He enjoys coaching and mentoring to help develop the next generation of leaders.