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NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Prototyping of footwear concepts is crucial to product creation and decision-making at Nike! We do everything from incubating new designs and technologies to producing one-of-a-kind products for Nike's most high-profile athletes and influencers. Our team is a vital component in crafting the future of Footwear. The Bowerman Footwear Lab's Concept Engineering team is a crucial player that enables innovation and speed throughout Nike's Footwear teams. A Concept Engineer (sometimes referred to as a Pattern Engineer) is a person able to translate a design concept (given in 2D or 3D) into a fully engineered set of 2D patterns that can be assembled into a physical shoe. They need to balance design lines, material selection, and construction methods to create a shoe that not only looks like design intended but will fit and function properly. We are looking for someone who can blend an artistic eye for design with a technical engineering approach and an ability to create footwear prototypes physically. The role of Lead Concept Engineer will bring their advanced knowledge of footwear and Pattern Engineering to work on technically difficult projects, serve as a teacher and mentor to others, and to help shape the future of Pattern Engineering and prototype creation at Nike.
WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?
WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?
WHAT YOU WILL BRING?
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world. NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Prototyping of footwear concepts is crucial to product creation and decision-making at Nike! We do everything from incubating new designs and technologies to producing one-of-a-kind products for Nike's most high-profile athletes and influencers. Our team is a vital component in crafting the future of Footwear. The Bowerman Footwear Lab's Concept Engineering team is a crucial player that enables innovation and speed throughout Nike's Footwear teams. A Concept Engineer (sometimes referred to as a Pattern Engineer) is a person able to translate a design concept (given in 2D or 3D) into a fully engineered set of 2D patterns that can be assembled into a physical shoe. They need to balance design lines, material selection, and construction methods to create a shoe that not only looks like design intended but will fit and function properly. We are looking for someone who can blend an artistic eye for design with a technical engineering approach and an ability to create footwear prototypes physically. The role of Lead Concept Engineer will bring their advanced knowledge of footwear and Pattern Engineering to work on technically difficult projects, serve as a teacher and mentor to others, and to help shape the future of Pattern Engineering and prototype creation at Nike.
WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?
- Work in the engineering of new, innovative, and technically advanced footwear concepts.
- Create and confirm last drafts using a combination of digital tools and traditional methods.
- Apply specialized CAD software to create manufacturable footwear patterns.
- Ability to operate cutting, stitching, and other footwear manufacturing machinery and create and communicate process instructions to enable others to complete these tasks.
- Partner with Product Developers to manage project details, timelines, communication, deliverables, and documentation.
- Review and scrutinize all footwear prototypes for execution of key design details, quality of construction, and manufacturability.
- Provide advanced technical training and help to build new training curriculums. Provide ongoing mentoring and coaching to less senior Concept Engineers.
- Able to construct a plan and lead others in the testing and evaluation of new digital tools that increase prototyping speed, accuracy to design, and downstream communication.
- Proficient at leading large, cross-functional projects.
WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?
- Collaborate with project requestors from across Nike's design, inline footwear development, and innovation teams to understand the request and define the technical direction of the project.
- Partner with Bowerman Footwear Lab teammates on the execution of footwear prototype construction.
- Work together with other Concept Engineers (both on campus and in our manufacturing locations) to help ensure Pattern Engineering standard processes are current and clear.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING?
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Apparel Design, Engineering or similar Technical Degree, or 4 additional years of work experience in related field in lieu of degree
- Minimum 8 years experience in a design, manufacturing, or technical capacity; at least 5 years direct footwear Pattern Engineering experience
- Strong critical thinking, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge and skills in footwear lasts, Pattern Engineering, and complex construction types
- Advanced proficiency with footwear Pattern Engineering software
- Basic proficiency with Adobe Illustrator
- Advanced understanding of footwear manufacturing, machinery and research & development processes.
- Advanced understanding of footwear materials, properties, and application
- Intermediate tooling and chemical footwear knowledge
- Proficient operating stitching and other footwear manufacturing machines.
- Advanced ability to interpret technical drawings and sketches. Strong visualization skills to translate between 2D and 3D.
- Ability to drive cost effective solutions with a focus on quality crafting techniques
- Proficient at managing complex, technical projects and explaining technical concepts in an easily understandable way.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world. NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
