Product Analysis Technician

As a Product Analysis Technician at TEAMS Chicago, you will be a key contributor to the growth and development of our studio as we support the delivery of high-quality product analysis, teardown, and documentation work for our clients.

Working alongside a dedicated and diverse group of experts across product design, UX design, and strategic design, you will support hands-on product analysis activities that help inform client work and innovation efforts. This is a full-time, on-site role in Chicago beginning in July 2026.

Through unique hands-on experiences, you will broaden your technical knowledge across product construction, materials, and benchmarking while developing relationships with colleagues across the studio. With the freedom to be yourself and recognition for what you bring to the table, you can put your abilities into action and contribute to a creative, technically skilled, and collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities\: 

Product Analysis and Documentation

• Support product teardown, benchmarking, and documentation activities
• Disassemble and evaluate products using hand tools and shop tools
• Take measurements and record dimensional data accurately
• Document findings clearly through photos, notes, and spreadsheets
• Track parts and maintain an organized, tidy working environment
• Follow repeatable technical processes for analysis and documentation
• Handle materials safely and use appropriate personal protective equipment
• Protect confidential client and competitive product information

Technical Execution and Process Discipline

• Support repeatable product analysis workflows with a high degree of accuracy and consistency
• Work with basic materials, finishes, fasteners, and manufacturing methods in support of product analysis
• Apply sound mechanical judgment to product assembly and disassembly activities
• Flag issues clearly and summarize findings in a structured way

Who you are

 After many years of helping clients bring innovative products and experiences to market, we know this work is fundamentally about making connections—between ideas, products, processes, technical details, and above all, people. That is why we look for collaborative, curious, and detail-oriented problem-solvers who care deeply about quality and who are always unapologetically themselves.

We want to hear from you if you\:

• Have high proficiency with Office 365, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Are comfortable using measuring tools and recording dimensional data
• Are comfortable with hand tools, shop tools, and product disassembly
• Are mechanically minded, with familiarity in product assembly and disassembly workflows
• Can document findings clearly through photos, notes, and spreadsheets
• Are familiar with basic materials, finishes, fasteners, and manufacturing methods
• Are safety-conscious and comfortable handling hazardous materials with proper PPE
• Are able to follow repeatable teardown, benchmarking, and documentation processes
• Are detail-oriented and highly accurate
• Are organized, tidy, and disciplined with part tracking
• Are system-minded and process-oriented
• Are mechanically curious and interested in how products are built
• Are patient, methodical, and comfortable with repetitive technical work
• Are reliable, timely, and able to follow direction well
• Are a clear communicator who can flag issues and summarize findings
• Respect confidential client and competitive product information

• Have strong English communication skills, both written and spoken

What we can offer you 

Every day, our people work to be the difference for our clients, our communities, and our colleagues. Helping them make an impact, they are sustained by a competitive remuneration package plus comprehensive benefits and perks, including but not limited to\: 

• Generous retirement/pension savings contributions 

• Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and immediate family 

• Gym membership discounts 

• Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities 

• Personalized opportunities including talent mobility, flexible work programs, and externships to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals 

Compensation Range $60,000 to $65,000 It is important to note that at Kearney, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role. Individual salaries within each range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. Kearney reviews compensation regularly and may adjust base salaries to reflect market competitiveness. In addition to salary, individuals may be eligible for a discretionary performance bonus. Our full suite of benefits includes paid time off, 401(k) match and profit sharing, medical, dental and vision coverage, healthcare concierge, backup child/adult care, annual employer HSA contribution, home office stipend, subsidized Gym pass and annual wellness program, and leaves of absence when needed to support employees’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Read moreabout our benefits and a career at Kearney.com/careers. 

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination\:

Kearney prides itself on providing a culture that allows employees to bring their best selves to work every day. Our people can feel comfortable, confident, and joyful to do great things for our firm, our colleagues, and our clients. Kearney aims to build diverse capabilities to help our clients solve their most mission critical problems. 

Kearney is committed to building a diverse, unbiased and inclusive workforce. Kearney is an equal opportunity employer; we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities, or religious beliefs and practices. Members of communities historically underrepresented in consulting are encouraged to apply. 

About TEAMS TEAMS is a globally recognized, multi-award-winning design studio specializing in the development of product-oriented brands, both physical and digital. Our expertise spans strategic innovation, user experience design, industrial design, and brand communication, making us a trusted partner for international clients.

At our Chicago studio, located in the heart of the city, we pride ourselves on state-of-the-art facilities and advanced in-house capabilities that enable us to serve a diverse range of global clients with precision and excellence. Our greatest asset is our people. Our team is composed of designers, engineers, strategists, and communication experts who collaborate seamlessly to tackle challenges and deliver innovative solutions.

As a Product Analysis Technician at TEAMS Chicago, you will be a key contributor to the growth and development of our studio as we support the delivery of high-quality product analysis, teardown, and documentation work for our clients.

Working alongside a dedicated and diverse group of experts across product design, UX design, and strategic design, you will support hands-on product analysis activities that help inform client work and innovation efforts. This is a full-time, on-site role in Chicago beginning in July 2026.

Through unique hands-on experiences, you will broaden your technical knowledge across product construction, materials, and benchmarking while developing relationships with colleagues across the studio. With the freedom to be yourself and recognition for what you bring to the table, you can put your abilities into action and contribute to a creative, technically skilled, and collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities\: 

Product Analysis and Documentation

• Support product teardown, benchmarking, and documentation activities
• Disassemble and evaluate products using hand tools and shop tools
• Take measurements and record dimensional data accurately
• Document findings clearly through photos, notes, and spreadsheets
• Track parts and maintain an organized, tidy working environment
• Follow repeatable technical processes for analysis and documentation
• Handle materials safely and use appropriate personal protective equipment
• Protect confidential client and competitive product information

Technical Execution and Process Discipline

• Support repeatable product analysis workflows with a high degree of accuracy and consistency
• Work with basic materials, finishes, fasteners, and manufacturing methods in support of product analysis
• Apply sound mechanical judgment to product assembly and disassembly activities
• Flag issues clearly and summarize findings in a structured way

Who you are

 After many years of helping clients bring innovative products and experiences to market, we know this work is fundamentally about making connections—between ideas, products, processes, technical details, and above all, people. That is why we look for collaborative, curious, and detail-oriented problem-solvers who care deeply about quality and who are always unapologetically themselves.

We want to hear from you if you\:

• Have high proficiency with Office 365, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Are comfortable using measuring tools and recording dimensional data
• Are comfortable with hand tools, shop tools, and product disassembly
• Are mechanically minded, with familiarity in product assembly and disassembly workflows
• Can document findings clearly through photos, notes, and spreadsheets
• Are familiar with basic materials, finishes, fasteners, and manufacturing methods
• Are safety-conscious and comfortable handling hazardous materials with proper PPE
• Are able to follow repeatable teardown, benchmarking, and documentation processes
• Are detail-oriented and highly accurate
• Are organized, tidy, and disciplined with part tracking
• Are system-minded and process-oriented
• Are mechanically curious and interested in how products are built
• Are patient, methodical, and comfortable with repetitive technical work
• Are reliable, timely, and able to follow direction well
• Are a clear communicator who can flag issues and summarize findings
• Respect confidential client and competitive product information

• Have strong English communication skills, both written and spoken

What we can offer you 

Every day, our people work to be the difference for our clients, our communities, and our colleagues. Helping them make an impact, they are sustained by a competitive remuneration package plus comprehensive benefits and perks, including but not limited to\: 

• Generous retirement/pension savings contributions 

• Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and immediate family 

• Gym membership discounts 

• Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities 

• Personalized opportunities including talent mobility, flexible work programs, and externships to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals 

Compensation Range $60,000 to $65,000 It is important to note that at Kearney, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role. Individual salaries within each range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. Kearney reviews compensation regularly and may adjust base salaries to reflect market competitiveness. In addition to salary, individuals may be eligible for a discretionary performance bonus. Our full suite of benefits includes paid time off, 401(k) match and profit sharing, medical, dental and vision coverage, healthcare concierge, backup child/adult care, annual employer HSA contribution, home office stipend, subsidized Gym pass and annual wellness program, and leaves of absence when needed to support employees’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Read moreabout our benefits and a career at Kearney.com/careers. 

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination\:

Kearney prides itself on providing a culture that allows employees to bring their best selves to work every day. Our people can feel comfortable, confident, and joyful to do great things for our firm, our colleagues, and our clients. Kearney aims to build diverse capabilities to help our clients solve their most mission critical problems. 

Kearney is committed to building a diverse, unbiased and inclusive workforce. Kearney is an equal opportunity employer; we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities, or religious beliefs and practices. Members of communities historically underrepresented in consulting are encouraged to apply. 

About TEAMS TEAMS is a globally recognized, multi-award-winning design studio specializing in the development of product-oriented brands, both physical and digital. Our expertise spans strategic innovation, user experience design, industrial design, and brand communication, making us a trusted partner for international clients.

At our Chicago studio, located in the heart of the city, we pride ourselves on state-of-the-art facilities and advanced in-house capabilities that enable us to serve a diverse range of global clients with precision and excellence. Our greatest asset is our people. Our team is composed of designers, engineers, strategists, and communication experts who collaborate seamlessly to tackle challenges and deliver innovative solutions.