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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in product engineering leadership and global product development, particularly in soft goods manufacturing. Proficient in managing cross-functional teams and driving alignment while ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Product Engineering LeadershipSoft Goods Manufacturing ExperienceCAD ProficiencyTech Pack DevelopmentProject Management Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Mechanical EngineeringProduct DevelopmentDesign For ManufacturabilitySupplier SelectionValidationManufacturing ReadinessCost Savings StrategiesEmerging Trends ApplicationQuality AssuranceCycle Time Improvement
Soft Skills
Negotiation SkillsInfluencing StakeholdersExcellent CommunicationProactive ApproachOrganizational Skills
Tools & Technologies
CLO 3DSolidWorksIllustratorEngineering ToolsTechnical Documentation
Industry Keywords
Soft GoodsCut-And-SewApparelMedical DevicesConsumer NeedsGlobal Product DevelopmentManufacturing LaunchSupplier TransitionsProduct SustainmentCategory Expansion
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Own technical development and execution of Soft Goods products from concept through commercialization and manufacturing launch
- Translate Industrial Design intent into manufacturable products while balancing consumer experience, performance, quality, regulatory compliance, and cost
- Partner with Industrial Design, prototyping, Sourcing, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and Project Management teams to deliver launches on time and within financial targets
- Lead technical decisions on materials, supplier selection, design for manufacturability, validation, manufacturing readiness, and production start
- Evaluate concepts and category expansion opportunities against consumer needs and supplier capabilities
- Define and scale the operating model, technical capabilities, and development processes for Soft Goods across apparel, utilitarian products, and knits
- Identify capability gaps and partner with senior leadership on organizational structure, hiring plans, technical competencies, and external partnerships
- Develop supplier capabilities and engagement practices
- Standardize engineering tools, technical documentation, design reviews, Tech Packs, manufacturing readiness, and commercialization practices
- Improve development efficiency, cycle time, product quality, and manufacturability through scalable processes
- Lead supplier transitions, second-source qualifications, and product sustainment initiatives
- Assess alternate suppliers and drive design or material changes to support alternate manufacturing sources
- Drive cost savings, international expansion support, and supply risk reduction while maintaining product quality and consumer experience
- Support additional projects and responsibilities as business needs evolve
- Report to the SVP, RD&E and collaborate with Industrial Design, Brand, Sourcing, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, Project Management, external partners, and senior RD&E leadership
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Mechanical Engineering
- Specialized education in soft goods manufacturing, construction, or a related field preferred
- 8–10+ years of product engineering leadership and global product development experience across multiple categories
- At least 5 years in cut-and-sew or soft goods, including apparel, consumables/nonwovens, utilitarian products, or medical devices
- Experience building engineering capabilities, teams, processes, and operating models
- Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive alignment without direct authority
- CAD proficiency; CLO 3D or SolidWorks preferred
- Soft Goods Tech Pack experience; Illustrator or similar preferred
- Experience developing Class I and Class II medical devices
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to deliver premium quality within gross margin parameters
- Ability to identify and apply emerging trends and technologies
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing requirements and priorities
- Strong understanding of consumer needs
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Excellent project management and organization skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proactive, action-oriented approach with ability to operate autonomously and collaboratively
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plan options
- Employer paid life insurance
- Supplemental insurance options including Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability, Cancer Coverage, and more
- FSA & HSA
- 401k matching up to 4% with immediate vesting
- Generous paid time off program including elective PTO days, federal holidays, sick/wellness days, floating holidays, and a birthday day off
- Pregnancy and parental leave
- Weekly wellness programming in-office
- Dog friendly office
- Learning & development opportunities for professional and personal growth
- Company-wide events and outings
- Annual Day of Service and volunteer opportunities
- Exclusive employee product discounts
- Flexible option to work remotely Mondays and Fridays