In short

We are actively seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Inline Footwear Upper Engineer to join our dynamic design and development team. In this multifaceted role, you will be a key contributor to the success of our inline footwear products, responsible for creating and implementing pattern standards and overseeing last creation and management. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in establishing and maintaining consistency, quality, and efficiency in our inline pattern and last development processes, while also supporting the inline development team by up-skilling their technical expertise for footwear creation.

Your Mission

  • Pattern Standards Creation:
  • Develop and establish comprehensive pattern standards for inline footwear, outlining best practices, construction methods, and quality benchmarks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with overall product development goals and inline design aesthetics.
  • Last Creation and Management:
  • Lead the creation and management of footwear lasts, ensuring they complement standardized patterns and contribute to the overall fit, comfort, and aesthetic goals of inline products.
  • Collaborate with Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to optimize last design for mass production while adhering to industry trends.
  • Inline Footwear Pattern Development:
  • Implement pattern standards in the development of upper patterns for our inline footwear collections.
  • Work closely with inline product designers to integrate standardized pattern elements that align with design vision while ensuring production feasibility.
  • Continuous Improvement:
  • Conduct regular reviews and assessments of inline footwear patterns and lasts against established standards, identifying areas for improvement and innovation.
  • Proactively research and incorporate industry advancements into pattern and last standards to enhance product performance and aesthetics.
  • Collaboration with Inline Design Teams:
  • Provide guidance and support to inline product designers on adhering to pattern and last standards, fostering collaboration to achieve optimal fit, comfort, and performance in inline products.
  • Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional inline teams, including Upper - - Engineers and Manufacturing, to ensure standardized processes are followed.
  • Prototype Refinement:
  • Oversee the prototype refinement process, ensuring that standardized patterns and lasts are effectively translated into prototypes.
  • Work closely with prototyping teams to address fit or performance concerns, incorporating feedback into the ongoing evolution of pattern and last standards.
  • Documentation and Training:
  • Create comprehensive documentation outlining pattern and last standards, ensuring clarity in communication across the inline design and development teams.
  • Conduct training sessions to educate team members on the implementation of pattern and last standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adherence to best practices.
  • Pattern Grading:
  • Implement and oversee pattern grading processes in accordance with established standards, ensuring scalability across various sizes while maintaining consistent fit and design proportions for inline footwear.
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  • 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

  • Bachelor's or higher degree in Footwear Design, Pattern Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in creating and implementing pattern and last standards for inline footwear, demonstrating successful integration into product development processes.
  • 3+ years of experience in pattern-making software and CAD tools, with a deep understanding of materials relevant to inline footwear.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in addressing fit and comfort challenges within standardized patterns and lasts.
  • Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to precision in pattern engineering and last creation.
  • Effective communication skills, promoting collaboration within the inline team environment.
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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.

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