Prototype Product Developer (Employee-Owned)

The Bernard Group, Inc.; Chanhassen (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Work Hours

Career Development Opportunities

Retirement Savings programs

Job summary

The Bernard Group, Inc. in Chanhassen, MN is seeking an Associate Product Developer to design, build, and test prototypes of in-store displays and graphics. You will collaborate with Sales, Design, Engineering and Production to deliver world-class products for top brands.

You will gain hands-on experience with materials like wood, plastics, laminates, and metal, and help document prototype information in SolidWorks while maintaining quality and deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Preferred experience in Engineering, CAD, Drafting or similar trade.
• High mechanical aptitude is required.
• Proficiency with Windows PCs is required.
• Experience with CAD tools and reading shop drawings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• design, build, and test prototypes according to customer requirements and/or vision.
• learn about the raw materials and manufacturing process of display components, including injection molding, plastics, wood cabinetry and framing, and metal/wire.
• operate proficiently on small equipment, saws, drills, heat benders, etc. in a safe and efficient manner.
• ensure accurate and timely documentation of prototype information for production replication in SolidWorks (preferred).
• take direction and learn from Lead, Senior, and Product Developers regarding proper operation, practices, and techniques of shop equipment.
• participate in preventive maintenance for department equipment, keeping them in good operating condition.
• assist Fixture Development Manger in organization, communication, and movement within Flex Lab.
• maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• performmiscellaneous projects and completes various tasks as requested by management.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Windows PC proficiency

CAD tools

Reading and interpreting engineering

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD software

SolidWorks

Job description

The Bernard Group, Inc. in Chanhassen, MN is seeking an Associate Product Developer to design, build, and test prototypes of in-store displays and graphics. You will collaborate with Sales, Design, Engineering and Production to deliver world-class products for top brands.

You will gain hands-on experience with materials like wood, plastics, laminates, and metal, and help document prototype information in SolidWorks while maintaining quality and deadlines.