What are the responsibilities and job description for the R&D Technician - Intern position at PD Instore?
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MISSION
PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience.
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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 Intern is responsible for assisting the Research and Development Technicians with various project deliverables. The Intern will work closely with R&D Engineers and Project Managers to develop solutions and resolve issues with current projects.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
- Assists in the research process by tracking researched elements and their place of origin through documentation
- Assists in the development process by tracking developed elements and their beginning state to end state through documentation
- Assists in developing effective testing processes to quantifiably verify build strategies
- Works within the engineering team supporting project specific R&D
- Assists in coordinating rapid prototyping processes to test/present design ideas
- Understands the importance of clear and concise documentation
- Maintains daily communication with Internal and external parties outlining progress.
- Assists with maintaining 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
- 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
- Working toward obtaining Bachelors or AAS degree
Experience
- Our internship is designed for individuals who are currently enrolled at an accredited college/university and who will be continuing their undergraduate studies. Candidates should be seeking a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required throughout the workday
Benefits and perks we offer to all employees
- English as a Second Language Education
- Online Training Opportunities
Salary : $18 - $22