| MISSION PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience. | | ABOUT PD Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail. | Summary The R&D Technician is responsible for managing Research and Development Project Deliverables. Developing the plan of action and executing the plan solely or with a larger team. Will work closely with R&D Engineer(s) and Vendor(s) to develop solutions and solve problem(s) with current build(s). Essential Duties/Responsibilities - Manage the research process by tracking researched elements and their place of origin through documentation
- Manage the development process by tracking developed elements and their beginning state to end state through documentation
- Develops effective testing processes to quantifiably verify build strategies
- Works within the engineering team supporting project specific R&D
- Coordinated rapid prototyping processes to test/present design ideas
- Understands the importance of clear and concise documentation
- Strong communication skills to ensure there is a clear understanding of the plan of action
- Maintains daily communication with Internal parties outlining progress.
- Maintains daily communication with external parties outlining progress.
- Generate and maintain a well-defined project lifecycle
- Maintain a project schedule
- Generates purchase requisitions for vendors when required for R&D projects
- Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
- Follows all safety and workplace policies
Competencies and Skills - Expert to Intermediate level proficiency with reading Mechanical Drawings
- Beginner-level Drawing Software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Etc.)
- Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
- Ability to take an analytical approach to transactional work. Strategic mindset, business savvy, creativity, an ability to negotiate professionally and build upon these skills.
- Strong attention to detail, as well as numerical reasoning and mathematical computation skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to be self-directed and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
- Ability to learn and evaluate procedures and processes rapidly and to recommend changes when appropriate.
- Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills, along with a positive attitude and a willingness to collaborate with both internal and external customers at all levels and departments.
- A professional demeanor, as well as a high degree of flexibility, responsiveness and self-direction
- Ability to demonstrate and apply PD’s workplace values
- Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
- Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
Education/Certification Experience - 3-5 years of operating as a professional technician
- Experience working with multiple material types (wood, metal, plastic, adhesives, wiring, etc.)
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions - Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required throughout the workday
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