Principal Engineering Technician - Bowerman Footwear Lab

NIKE, Inc; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in athletic footwear is seeking a Principal FW Molded Component Engineering Technician to join their innovative Bowerman Footwear Lab. This role involves managing manufacturing processes, collaborating with teams, and ensuring high-quality production of molded components. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, project management experience, and a background in engineering or technical fields. Join us to contribute to sustainable footwear solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in a low-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of machinery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project execution.
• Document procedures and project outcomes.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Engineering or technical degree

Tools

Miro

Airtable

Job description

You will be interacting with partners across the BFL and outside the BFL, including Nike's Global Footwear, Footwear Innovation, Design, Athlete Services, Materials Development, Footwear Product Testing, Engineering, and Product Development.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Bowerman Footwear Lab (BFL) is a hub for Creation, Collaboration, and Education within the Nike Footwear community. We are seeking a Principal FW Molded Component Engineering Technician who is passionate about athletic footwear that meets high performance and sustainable manufacturing standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed organization within the BFL, with an innovative mindset, a desire to grow and learn, and strong teamwork skills. They should be proficient multitaskers capable of managing multiple processes simultaneously.

• Self-starter who identifies process improvements and proposes innovative solutions. Must adapt quickly to changing project needs.
• Critical thinker with analytical skills for process evaluation and improvement, with a focus on project management and teamwork.
• Comfortable in a hands-on environment with basic knowledge of E2E footwear creation, R&D process engineering, and small-scale manufacturing.

Additional requirements :

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, experience, or training.
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Engineering or technical degree in a related field or a minimum of 3 years of direct experience.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, low-volume manufacturing environment, with familiarity in processing materials such as plastics, foams, polyurethane, rubber, and composites.
• Effective project management skills, including experience with software like Miro and Airtable.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to operate comfortably in ambiguity.

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

As a Principal FW Molded Component Engineering Technician, you will be a key member of the Molded Component Center (MCC), supporting the overall strategy of the Bowerman Footwear Lab and MCC. Your responsibilities will include overseeing maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of machinery to ensure reliable manufacturing operations, including :

• Leading project execution: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to convert high-level project goals into actionable steps, drive successful project completion, and troubleshoot mechanical issues with the BFL maintenance team.
• Providing technical expertise: Use your knowledge of processing plastics, rubber, composites, and foams in footwear manufacturing to produce high-quality molded components supporting the footwear creation process.
• Communication and documentation: Share standard technical information and operating procedures with stakeholders, and document procedures, project outcomes, and key learnings throughout the project lifecycle.

We provide accommodations during our interview process, including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible locations for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications. If you need assistance or accommodations due to a disability during the application process, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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