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Techtronic Industries - TTI · 14 hours ago

Entry to Mid-Level Design Researcher

Techtronic Industries (TTI) is a leading company in the design and manufacturing of power tools and accessories. The Design Researcher will explore user needs and deliver actionable insights to the Product Development team, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methods.

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Responsibilities

Design and execute multi-faceted research plans to learn about user needs for consumer power tools. These plans typically include qualitative discovery research in users’ homes, primary and secondary research exercises to understand the competitive product set, and evaluation of mock-ups and preliminary concept prototypes in field
Build, grow, and maintain a network of users to understand their evolving needs and work context. Establishing strong relationships with our end users is critical to conducting appropriate discovery research, co-creating solutions, and eliciting honest feedback
Analyze and synthesize research findings into key insights that inform opportunities for new feature sets, functionalities, and business approaches
Plan and facilitate hands-on tool evaluations, team workshops, and analysis sessions. These participatory co-creation sessions result in a common ground of familiarity with a tool and its use, while inspiring creativity and collaboration within your team
Present research findings in an engaging and concise manner to key stakeholders across the business. You will need to communicate through well-crafted presentations and events that educate and inspire your team through photos, video, diagrams, storytelling and demonstrations

Qualification

Design ResearchQualitative ResearchIndustrial DesignUser Needs AnalysisBasic Design PrinciplesCross-Functional CommunicationWork EthicTeam CollaborationFast Paced Environment

Required

Bachelor's Degree in one of the following or related: Industrial Design, Psychology, Marketing, Sociology, Anthropology, Business Strategy & Innovation
Strong work ethic
Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team effectively
Disposition to thrive in a fast paced environment with responsibility for multiple projects at once
25-35% overnight domestic travel
Entry: 0-2 years of experience, prior design research experience preferred
Mid-Level: 3-5 years of experience, prior design research experience required

Preferred

Master's Degree in one of the following or related is a plus: Design Research, Industrial Design, Psychology, Marketing, Sociology, Anthropology, Business Strategy & Innovation
Experience with basic design principles preferred

Benefits

Tuition assistance
401(k)
Medical/dental/vision coverage
Vacation and holidays

Company

Techtronic Industries - TTI

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Techtronic Industries Company Limited (“TTI”, or the “Company”), founded in 1985 by German entrepreneur Horst Julius Pudwill, is a world leader in cordless technology.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
1990-12-17IPO

Leadership Team

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Steven Richman
Chief Executive Officer and Group Executive Director
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Ross Gilardi
SVP of Finance - Investor Relations
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