R&D Technician

Current Team Members Apply HereR&D TechnicianPatrick Industries, a publicly traded company headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, invites you to join a team of dedicated Team Members who are passionate about delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. As a leading solutions provider serving a diverse range of markets across the United States, our commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability has positioned us as a high growth, diversified and empowered Team of more than 10,000! Your adventure awaits!Williamsburg Marine, a division of Patrick Industries, is adding an R&D Technician to their team in Milford, IN. The R&D Technician will support hands-on development work, assist with prototype builds, and help transition new products into full production.ResponsibilitiesBuild and assemble prototype units and early‑stage product samplesUse standard hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment for hands-on fabricationSupport trial builds and pilot runs to prepare new products for productionProvide feedback to improve build methods, product fit, and manufacturabilityAssist in training production staff on new build processes as neededInterpret basic drawings, build notes, or instructions to support development workDocument measurements, observations, and build details for future referenceMaintain organized work areas, tools, and prototype componentsCommunicate clearly with engineering, development, and production teamsParticipate in testing prototypes for quality, function, and overall performanceQualifications2+ years of hands-on technical, assembly, or fabrication experienceAbility to read simple technical drawings or build instructionsSkilled with common tools and comfortable in a shop environmentStrong mechanical aptitude and practical problem‑solving skillsHigh attention to detail; dependable and team‑orientedAbility to manage multiple complex projects independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Strong personal accountability, discretion, and integrity when handling sensitive financial dataAlign with Patrick Industries “BETTER Together” mentality by pursuing Balance, Excellence, Trust, Teamwork, Empowerment, and Respect within the organizationAt Patrick Industries, BETTER Together is our commitment to being our best while striving to bring out the best in one another as we join forces Individually, as Teams, with our Business Units, with our Customers, our Communities and within our entire Patrick family.Patrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Location:Milford, Indiana, US, 46542Work Arrangement: on-siteBusiness Unit: Williamsburg MarineNearest Major Market: WarsawNearest Secondary Market: South Bend