Design Researcher..

Lifetime Products•Clearfield, UT

18h

About The Position

Lifetime Products is seeking a talented, self-driven, and curious Design Researcher to join its research and development team in Clearfield, Utah. The role conducts in-depth user research to inform and influence the development of consumer products across Sporting Goods, Home and Garden, Outdoor Recreation, Play Systems, and Furniture. The Design Researcher uses qualitative and quantitative research to identify customer needs, behaviors, and pain points, then translates findings into actionable recommendations for product design. The role develops research strategies and plans, conducts user testing and field research, collaborates with industrial designers, engineers, and product managers, and advocates for user-centered design throughout product development, from ideation to final prototype.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in design research, Industrial Design, or a related field.
Proven experience in design research, with a portfolio showcasing methodologies that led to successful, data-driven decisions.
Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to clearly present research findings to stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in design thinking methodologies, user-centered design principles, and emerging technologies.
Confidence expressing concepts visually.
High attention to detail and strong critical-thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in consumer hard goods.

Responsibilities

Use qualitative and quantitative research methods to uncover customer needs, behaviors, and pain points.
Develop research plans using methodologies such as user testing, contextual inquiries, field studies, and market trend analysis.
Collaborate with industrial designers, engineers, and product managers, providing research-backed recommendations that influence design decisions.
Synthesize research findings into clear, actionable insights that inform product design strategy.
Lead usability testing sessions, gather end-user feedback, and work with teams to iterate on designs.
Advocate for user-centered design throughout product development, from ideation to final prototype.