Lead Designer, Socks & Engineered Knits

Nike; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nike in Beaverton, OR is seeking a Lead Designer for Socks and Engineered Knits within Accessories to drive innovative product design. This role demands translating complex ideas into clear direction and leading concepts from brief to market with cross-functional collaboration to deliver best-in-class sock and knit solutions for athletes.

Applicants should bring 5-7 years' experience, a degree in Product Design or related field, and advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, and

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience designing and developing innovative products.
• Bachelor's Degree in Product Design or related field; will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
• Previous engineered knit or sock experience required.
• Must be advanced in Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, and Keynote.
• 3D design program experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead concepts from brief to market while ensuring design intent, product feasibility and timelines.
• Collaborate across design, development, product management, costing, and engineering.
• Regularly present design concepts to internal and external partners and mentor others.
• Develop performance-driven sock and knit products with attention to fit, comfort, durability and functionality.

Skills

5-7 years experience

Collaborative communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentor others

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Product Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

Keynote

3D design programs

Job description

Nike in Beaverton, OR is seeking a Lead Designer for Socks and Engineered Knits within Accessories to drive innovative product design. This role demands translating complex ideas into clear direction and leading concepts from brief to market with cross-functional collaboration to deliver best-in-class sock and knit solutions for athletes.

Applicants should bring 5-7 years' experience, a degree in Product Design or related field, and advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, and