Senior Product Engineer - Running Innovation

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

As the Product Engineering Lead - Running Innovation, you will create cutting-edge products and technologies. In this role, you will champion and demonstrate engineering excellence, foster innovation, and encourage risk-taking, all while supporting New Balance's future strategy and by creating disruptive experiences that go above and beyond the consumer's wildest dreams.

You will also be part of a close-knit cross functional team, which deepens connections with consumers using a data proven approach and harnessing insights from the Sport Research lab, Fit & Wear and Market research to create solutions to their unmet needs.

If you're passionate about Running and are eager to be a part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of materials, technologies and manufacturing then we invite you to join our team!

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work with our cross-functional innovation team to engineer new technical products and technologies that consumers/ athletes love.

• Apply learnings from the SRL foundational research and consumer/ athlete insights that will lead to products or experiences which inspire our consumers and differentiate us from our competitors.

• Works closely with the athletes/consumers and product teams to understand performance/user needs.

• Advises the team on a wide range of technical footwear development issues.

• Create, communicate and track development timelines to ensure milestones are met and advise on feasibility and applicability of technology to the cross functional teams.

• Performs or directs the physical testing of engineered components and creates product specifications and tech packages.Develop quality control specs for all new technologies and materials.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• A degree in Engineering, Material Science, Biomechanics, or related discipline with an emphasis on consumer products and knowledge or plastics & molding. A graduate degree highly preferred.

• 10+ years professional experience, with at least 5 years of product engineering experience.

• In depth knowledge of footwear manufacturing, including how each material and process performs in the entire shoe construction.

• Ability to tinker the concepts/ testing mechanisms.

• Excellent communication, multi-tasking, and organization skills with the ability and willingness to work in a team-oriented, creative environment.

• Excellent computer skills, i.e. field-related software, and word processing.Proficient in CAD software (e.g. Rhino, Solidwork, Modo, Gravity Sketch).

• Ability to effectively balance work in-person and remotely to fit with New Ways of Working.

• Some domestic and international travel may be required.

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or any other protected status.