Footwear Designer II

New Balance•Lawrence, MA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our designers are artists and dreamers – people inspired by the world around them to reimagine the world of tomorrow. They operate at the intersection of sport and fashion, combining material, color, style, and new technologies to continually deliver innovative products. Their deep understanding of market trends and manufacturability is vital as they collaborate across teams to drive the aesthetic direction of our brand. As a Performance Footwear Designer II your goal will be to balance functionality, aesthetics, and engineering in the conceptual development of performance footwear.

Requirements

4+ years’ experience in performance footwear design
B.A. 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 your 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 that your team is delivering against deadlines
Participate in creative vision during off sites and other design events
Partner with Apparel Design to create in-depth story telling platforms