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On has been known for its midsole geometry, but CloudTec® also heavily relies on On’s proprietary compounds such as Helion and Zero Gravity. We are currently looking for a Polymer Innovation Engineer who will be based in Ho Chi Minh City and working with the Zurich counterpart to drive compound innovation development from Vietnam. The Polymer Innovation Engineer will be responsible for making sure that any compounds going into production will meet the physical requirements and are completely validated to give our shoes the performance that On customers have come to expect. This would be done through working on the ground, directly with compounders, injection suppliers and mold makers.

Your Mission

  • Invent and implement new innovative compounds for midsole and outsole by using novel materials and ingredients with a focus on performance and sustainability

  • Push the boundaries of supercritical foaming (autoclave and injection supercritical foaming)

  • Validate all new compounds which have been approved to go into production by evaluating the feasibility of new compounds and associated topics - such as, logistics, supply chain, capacity, feasibility and cooperating with existing compound and injection partners to address any issues happening in current production and problem-solving to fix the issues

  • Work on the implementation of innovative bonding system with shoe factories

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  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera

Your story

  • You have got at least 05 years' experience in sole compound development and bonding process setup for a brand or for a factory

  • You are an expert on IMEVA, CMEVA and rubber and different compounding methods

  • You thrive with autonomy and minimal guidance, and are confident enough to bring your own thoughts to the table and defend your ideas

  • Knowledge and experience in supercritical foaming (autoclave foaming and injection supercritical) is a plus

  • Knowledge on polymer mechanical/rheological behaviour

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry is a plus

  • Fluent in spoken and written English as well as Vietnamese. Mandarin is a plus

  • Willing to travel among areas around HCMC and overseas (Switzerland, Korea, Taiwan, etc.)

  • Sensitivity for sustainability and environment protection will be appreciated

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About the Team

On’s Material Science team is responsible for inventing new polymers, new compounds and new foaming processes and push the boundaries of material science. This team is defined by out-of-the-box thinking and the outstanding athlete-driven technology that differentiates On’s footwear from all other footwear products in the market. By joining the Material Science team, you will have the opportunity to be a part of an agile and interdisciplinary team of experts in the areas of footwear engineering and polymer science.

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Exploration – it’s literally our day job. We dive into the ideas of tomorrow head-first and see what we surface with. Sometimes they work. Sometimes they don’t. But it’s always a rush when we discover something new.

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We touch every product that's being made because we bring the connection to the human being. So while everyone's excited about products, materials and colors, we go and say, “okay, so what does this actually do for the human?”
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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

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What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.