Performance Footwear Designer — Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Laceless Design; Mississippi; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Job summary

New Balance in Lawrence, MA is seeking a Performance Footwear Designer II who balances function, aesthetics and engineering in concept development. You will collaborate with product management and development teams to drive the brand direction and ensure successful product execution.

The role requires 4+ years in footwear design with strong sketching and 2D/3D visualization, plus occasional travel. The North American hybrid schedule supports in-person collaboration and flexible work.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in performance footwear design.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Fashion Design, or related field.
• Proficiency with Illustrator, Photoshop, Sketchbook Pro; Rhino/3D a plus.
• Strong understanding of shoe construction, process, and costing.
• Ability to visualize and draw 2D/3D by hand or computer.
• Occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Research project needs, generate multiple concept solutions, and communicate ideas through illustrations, concept boards, and computer sketches.
• Work cross-functionally with Product Management and Development teams to ensure product execution, fit, and functionality.
• Work with lead designers/design managers to ensure consistency across footwear and apparel.
• Juggle multiple projects across several seasons, assisting others to ensure team deadlines.
• Participate in creative vision during off sites and other design events.
• Partner with Apparel Design to create in-depth storytelling platforms.

Skills

Concept sketching

Creative ideation

Cross-functional collaboration

Visual communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial Design or Fashion Design

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Sketchbook Pro

Rhino/3D

Job description

New Balance in Lawrence, MA is seeking a Performance Footwear Designer II who balances function, aesthetics and engineering in concept development. You will collaborate with product management and development teams to drive the brand direction and ensure successful product execution.

The role requires 4+ years in footwear design with strong sketching and 2D/3D visualization, plus occasional travel. The North American hybrid schedule supports in-person collaboration and flexible work.