Prototype Technician

Overview

• Under guidance of supervisor (NPD Engineer/Scientist or Senior/Lead Technician), will construct new concept prototypes, modify existing products, build new package configurations, and design basic test fixtures.
• Ability to safely and effectively use hand tools, common power tools (drill press, band saw, grinder, etc.), to convert wood, metal, plastics, etc.
• Under guidance of supervisor, performance and safety test new and existing products to a provided protocol; testing methods include, but not limited to, pressure mapping, friction, moisture vapor transmission rate, failure, impact, etc.
• Performs basic chemistry lab functions such as ingredients measuring, mixing, and pH measurements.
• Ability to enter data into spreadsheets, provide basic statistical calculations and create simple graphs/charts; ability to write first-draft protocols and reports.
• Participate in initial pilot/production runs (assembly, pack out, inspections, testing, and reporting) under direction of supervisor.
• Help maintain laboratory and oversee/perform preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment; capable of basic hands-on repairs and researching/scheduling larger scale repairs with help of supervisor
• Basic understanding of the safety risks associated with the use of electrical equipment.
• Basic materials knowledge including various types of wood, metal, textiles, adhesives, fasteners, foams, gels, films, composites, etc.
• Capable of hand/machine sewing basic geometries for prototyping and production.
• Understands sewing machine setup.
• Proactively contribute ideas to help with projects and to improve the laboratory layout and processes.
• Work Location: Fully Onsite **day to day duties are, prototyping and test fixture building, running protocol or exploratory tests, and regular upkeep of our lab.
• **top 3 skills, mechanically inclined (hands on), resourceful and customer service.
• *3-4 years experience with no education. If candidate has a degree (1-2 years of experience).