Maureen Lincoln, PE
Maureen Lincoln, PE is the founder and Director of Engineering at Kerelaw Engineering, P.C., a Bronx-based product design and engineering agency specializing in hardware product development and commercialization. Since founding the company in 2016, she has led a hands-on team in transforming innovative ideas into market-ready products, guiding clients through the entire process from early-stage R&D to engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing. Maureen’s work emphasizes intuitive design, functionality, and cost-effective solutions that meet both business and market goals.
An MIT graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (1987), Maureen began her career at General Electric Aircraft Engine Group and advanced through engineering and executive roles in the corporate sector. She later earned an MBA from Baruch College, which further strengthened her expertise in business operations and strategic product commercialization. Over her career, she has built R&D platforms, developed pilot production capabilities, and mentored engineering teams, combining technical rigor with a focus on innovation and job creation.
Maureen has a proven track record of product development across automotive, industrial, consumer, and medical industries. Her passion for engineering extends beyond her own company, as she actively mentors interns and collaborates with startups to develop practical, engineered solutions. Known for her hands-on approach, Maureen blends technical expertise, industrial design insight, and market awareness to ensure every product she works on performs, looks great, and resonates with users. Her favorite number is pi.
• PE
• Baruch College - MBA
• ASME
• Mechanical Engineering Group, Manhattan University
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my passion for what I do. Even in high school, I loved math, and that enthusiasm has driven me to pursue and excel in my career.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to always keep the long-term objective in mind while iterating on projects. Test and stress technologies early, stay actively engaged in the technical work, and leverage engineering fundamentals to increase the likelihood of commercial success.