Summary
Initiates the design, development, execution and implementation of technology research projects. Investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products. Plans and executes applied research. Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories and may contribute to scientific literature and conferences. May participate in development of patent applications. May coordinate interdepartmental activities and research efforts.
Key Accountabilities
- Evaluation of value engineering efforts on current products and achieving strategic quality goals following the launch of new developments (NPIs) and existing products.
- Work with the team to drive business stakeholders’ priorities participating in plans to successfully support all active products in the areas of cost reduction, supply chain support, and participate in design for in-sourcing projects. with key technologies.
- Provide evaluation results (verification and validation), to ensure proper performance, long-term stability, reliability, robustness, and customer-usability for Value Engineering projects on all PerkinElmer products (include Mass Spectroscopy, ICP OES and GC products).
- Log and track all defects, test results.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent required.
- 2-5 years analytical instrumentation experience.
- Statistical analysis capabilities a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; requires interaction with managers, supervisors, engineers in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment, working on multiple projects with constantly changing priorities and deadlines.
- Self-starter with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and take ownership of projects, performing job requirements with minimal oversight and attention to detail.
- Positive attitude, high energy and troubleshooting skills.
- Fully responsible for significant/challenging deliverables keeping management informed of progress and strategy.
