Lead Engineer Innovation Apparel

Puma; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading sportswear company is seeking a Lead Engineer in Apparel Innovation to drive the development of high-performance sportswear. The role requires collaboration with various teams to meet athlete needs and develop optimal apparel solutions. Candidates should have a background in textile/apparel engineering and a passion for sports. This position is based in Herzogenaurach, Germany, and requires EU work eligibility.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in the sportswear industry is preferred.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.
• A passion for sports and performance apparel is essential.

Aufgaben

• Drive the development of functional, high-performance sportswear.
• Initiate and execute Apparel Innovation projects.
• Connect athlete needs with product functionality.
• Collaborate with athletes and various teams to develop product solutions.

Kenntnisse

Fabric construction knowledge

Proficiency with apparel machinery

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Technical skills in pattern making

Ausbildung

BSc or MSc in textile/apparel engineering

Jobbeschreibung

YOUR MISSION

PUMA is seeking a passionate, creative, and highly experienced individual to join the Apparel Innovation team at our headquarters in Herzogenaurach.

As the Lead Engineer in Apparel Innovation, you will drive the development of functional, high-performance sportswear. You will support Design, Sport Science, and Development teams with proven concepts, playing a key role in transforming insights into product solutions that meet athlete needs.

• Initiate, drive, and execute Apparel Innovation projects focusing on Teamsports, Running, and Basketball.
• Connect athlete needs with product functionality.
• Travel regularly to factories and partners in Europe and Asia to develop optimal apparel solutions.
• Utilize Studio 48 and Herzo sample room to develop concept prototypes aligned with our roadmap.
• Collaborate with athletes, Sport Science, Design, and Manufacturing teams to consider all aspects of product solutions.
• Push boundaries and strive for product perfection, paying attention to details.
• Build clear and comprehensive arguments to guide the broader team through your principles and processes.
• Work closely with Business Partners, Sourcing, and SPOMA teams.

YOUR TALENT

• BSc or MSc in textile/apparel engineering or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of fabric and garment construction.
• Proficiency with key apparel machinery.
• Technical skills in pattern making and related software.
• Experience in the sportswear industry is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• A passion for sports and performance apparel.
• This position is based in Herzogenaurach, Germany. Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.

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