Footwear Product Engineer in Beaverton, Oregon - #68603 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 68603

Footwear Product Engineer
Our client is seeking a skilled Footwear Product Engineer to join their product design team. This role focuses on bringing innovative footwear concepts to life through technical expertise, digital creation, and hands-on problem-solving. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, solution-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This role is onsite in Beaverton, Oregon.

Footwear Product Engineer Responsibilities

• Lead digital design efforts from concept through prototype, utilizing advanced CNC programming and 5-axis machining.
• Develop and refine aesthetic and functional design solutions in partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Create and present digital assets and physical samples to communicate design intent effectively.
• Collaborate with designers, developers, engineers, technicians, and tooling specialists to drive innovative product creation.
• Apply technical expertise to solve design challenges and enhance manufacturing processes.
• Manage multiple projects with efficiency, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.

Footwear Product Engineer Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in footwear product creation, CNC programming, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Powermill for 5-axis programming is required.
• Strong understanding of mold-making, engineering, and manufacturing processes.
• Passion for hands-on work, with a mechanical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in a high-volume prototyping environment.
• Effective project management skills and familiarity with tools such as Airtable.
• Ability to work flexibly in a dynamic, fast-paced setting with multiple stakeholders.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field is preferred.

Compensation: Up to $46.67/hr. (DOE)

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