Job Details

Job Location: Research and Development - Minneapolis, MN

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

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

Bachelors or AAS degree

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

Qualifications

Best Match

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