Lead Engineer Innovation Apparel

PUMA Gruppe; Herzogenaurach; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global sports brand is seeking a Lead Engineer in Apparel Innovation to drive the creation of high-performance apparel. This role involves collaborating with design and development teams, connecting athlete needs with product functionality, and managing innovative projects across various sports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in textile engineering, excellent communication skills, and a passion for sports. This position is based in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in the sportswear industry is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Initiate and drive Apparel Innovation projects.
• Connect athlete needs with product function.
• Travel to factories in Europe/Asia.
• Develop concept prototypes in the sample room.
• Collaborate with business partners and sourcing teams.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of fabric and garment construction

Ability to use key apparel machinery

Technical skills with pattern making and related software

Excellent organization and time management skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Passion for sports and performance apparel

Ausbildung

BS or MS in textile/apparel engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability.We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

As the Lead engineer level in Apparel Innovation, you will drive the creation of the functionality side of our high performance pieces across sports. You will support the Design, Sport Science,

and Development teams with proven concepts. You will play a key role in turning insides into products solution that enhance athlete needs.

• Initiate, drive and land Apparel Innovation projects focusing on Teamsports, Running and Basketball
• Connect the dots between the athletes need and the product function
• Regularly travel to factories/partners in Europe/Asia to build the best apparel solutions
• Leverage Studio 48 and Herzo sample room to develop concept prototypes that are aligned with our road map
• Be the team player that understands Athletes, Sport Science, Design and Manufacturing to consider all aspects of a product solution
• Push boundaries and aim for product perfection - love for the details
• Build comprehensive and simple argumentation of the principle you will follow to take the broader team on the journey
• Collaborate with Business partner, Sourcing team and SPOMA.
• BS or MS in textile/apparel engineering or a related field
• Strong knowledge of fabric an garment construction
• Ability to use all key apparel machinery
• Technical skills with pattern making and related software
• Experience in the sportswear industry is a plus
• Excellent organization and time management skills as well as written and verbal communication skills
• A passion for sports and performance apparel!
• This position is located in Herzogenaurch, Germany. Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.

The PUMA corporate Headquarters are located in Herzogenaurach or Herzo, as we like to call our hometown, located in southern Germany close to Nuremberg. Every day, more than 1000 colleagues walk through our doors, ready to push sport and fashion forward. And if you’re lucky, you just might run into Usain Bolt or Antoine Griezmann walking down the hall.