Materials Designer

SSi People; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SSi People is looking for a Materials Designer in Beaverton, OR to support innovative material solutions for performance footwear. The role involves collaborating with various teams, implementing design solutions, and utilizing software such as Adobe Creative Suite. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in design, 3+ years in footwear materials design, and a strong portfolio. This on-site position requires expertise in material research and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in performance footwear materials design.
• Strong portfolio showcasing relevant materials design for footwear.
• Proficiency with design software, particularly Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Implement and execute material design solutions aligning with project briefs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners for seamless project integration.
• Conduct research and selection of materials based on their properties.

Skills

Performance footwear materials design

Adobe Creative Suite

Material research and selection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in design

Job description

Job Title: Materials Designer

Location: Beaverton, OR (On-site)

Job Summary

We are seeking a creative professional to support the development of innovative material solutions for performance footwear. Our team is dedicated to driving the vision and execution of seasonal projects, shaping products that blend design excellence with technical functionality.

Responsibilities

• Implement and execute material design solutions aligning with creative direction and project briefs, contributing to the development of original or refreshed products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners including design, operations, product management, material development, and manufacturing to ensure seamless project integration.
• Utilize design‑based software, particularly Adobe Creative Suite, to develop material concepts, create prototypes, and refine design solutions through constructive feedback and iteration.
• Conduct research and selection of materials based on their properties, perform quality assessments, and maintain comprehensive documentation of processes and results.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in design or equivalent industry experience; Associate degree may be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in performance footwear materials design, with demonstrated work on consumer products brought to market.
• Strong portfolio showcasing relevant materials design for footwear, including mini collections and involvement with athlete focus groups.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite; basic understanding of materials types, design processes, material briefs, tech pack creation, and development hand‑offs.