Prototype Developer

LG&P Agency; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LG&P is seeking a Prototype Developer to turn ideas into retail-ready solutions. This hands-on role focuses on building, testing, and refining prototypes to ensure concepts are functional, manufacturable, and reliable at store level.

You will collaborate with designers, engineers, and project managers to solve challenges, validate concepts, and bring creative ideas to life. The role requires hands-on prototyping skills and strong teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering prints with tolerancing.
• Willingness to travel and work outside regular hours.
• Work in both English and metric units of measure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with production/inspection methods.
• Proficient use of hand tools and shop equipment.
• Electrical knowledge and safety for in-store displays.
• Basic CAD proficiency.
• 3D printing experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of ADA/accessibility requirements is a plus.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish communication is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess new concepts for manufacturability, cost, install ease and reliability in store.
• Identify material conflicts and over/under engineering before part release.
• Use software to track and prioritize prototyping requests.
• Adapt to changing project priorities to support R&D of new concepts.
• Create and communicate recommendations for prototype revisions.
• Define setup methods, fixturing and tooling to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Interpret engineering prints with dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Assist in creating testing procedures and supporting docs.
• Create wire diagrams and schematics as needed.
• Work effectively in a team emphasizing continuous learning and cross-training.
• Conduct tests on displays (including electronics) with documentation.
• Support validation of KPIs and ENG specs (dimensions, finish, color, BOM).
• Lead and supervise others on the project as required.
• Build relationships with internal/external stakeholders (Sales, PMs, Engineers, vendors).
• Resolve issues and be a self-starter. Program electronic devices per guidelines.

Skills

Read engineering prints

Bi-lingual communication

English & metric units

Excel/Office suite

Production/inspection methods

Hand tools & shop equipment

Electrical safety for displays

Basic CAD

3D printing

ADA/accessibility knowledge

Travel readiness

Tools

CAD software (basic)

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

LG&P is seeking a Prototype Developer to help transform ideas into retail-ready solutions. This hands‑on role is central to our design and development process — building, testing, and refining prototypes that ensure concepts are functional, manufacturable, and reliable at retail. You’ll work closely with designers, engineers, and project managers to solve challenges, validate concepts, and bring creative ideas to life.

Required Qualifications

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering prints and the application of dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Travel as required / Perform duties when needed outside of regular working hours.
• Work in both English and Metric units of measure
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience with various production / inspection methods.
• Proficient use of common hand tools and stationary wood / metal working equipment unsupervised.
• Working electrical knowledge and safety precautions required for instore displays.
• Basic proficiency in CAD software is a plus
• 3D Printing experience is a plus
• Have knowledge of ADA and accessibility requirements is a plus.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) communication is a plus.

KEY Responsibilities

• Assess new concepts for manufacturability, cost effectiveness, ease of installation and reliability in store by collaborating with internal resources.
• Identify material conflicts, over/under engineering prior to release of part drawings.
• Use software to track, check, prioritize the requests of Prototyping.
• Ability to accommodate changes in project priorities with short notice in order to support R&D efforts in the evaluation of new concepts and development of new products
• Create & communicate recommendations for revisions to Prototypes.
• Define and provide the appropriate set-up method, fixturing and tooling required improve quality and reduce costs during assembly.
• Demonstrated ability in reading and interpreting engineering prints and the application of dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Help in the creation of testing procedures and supporting documentation.
• Help in the creation of wire diagrams and schematics.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment which emphasizes continuous learning of new skills and cross training
• Perform specific tests on displays (including electronics) as requested with corresponding documentation.
• Assist with the validation of Key Performance Factors / fit, form and function during prototype reviews
• Assist with the validation of ENG specs, i.e. dimensions, finish, color, hardware, BOM contents
• Supervise and lead others working under your care on the project.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders (such as Sales, PM’s, Engineers, Electronic, production & Installation teams, vendors, etc.)
• Resolve issues & be a self starter.
• Program electronic devices (training provided) to meet 3rd party guidelines & data collection requirements.
• Ensure compliance to legal regulations (including OSHA) and company policies
• Report to management on activities and issues
• Maintain a safe, organized & clean area of work.