On - Lead – Footwear Upper Engineer - Zürich

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Footwear Product Creation

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.

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.

Meet the team

If you’re driven by the challenges of innovation and have a deep passion for product development, scaling technologies and sportswear manufacturing, join us at On. Lead the charge in a technological revolution that will reshape the sportswear industry.