Footwear Product Engineer I - HOKA (Finance)

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us.

Job Title: Footwear Product Engineer I - HOKA

Reports to: Director, Product Engineering - HOKA Footwear

Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid)

The Role

As a Footwear Product Engineer I, you will be at the forefront of creating innovative and high-quality footwear products. You will lead low complexity projects from brief to final production, ensuring that quality, design intent, and functionality are maintained . This role is perfect for someone eager to learn and master the craft of shoemaking while assisting senior engineers in optimizing fit, comfort, and performance. Your contributions will directly impact the success of our products in the marketplace.

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact

• Review tech packages/revisions before being sent to the development center.

• Lead low complexity projects from brief, design, and prototyping through final production.

• Learn and master the craft of shoemaking.

• Assist senior engineers in all engineering workstreams aimed at optimizing fit, comfort, and performance.

• Collect and analyze test data to improve product fit, aesthetic, performance, and durability.

• Apply best practices during development to ensure products are manufacturable.

• Review technical drawings, lab tests, patterns, and components to identify issues with fit, aesthetics, and performance.

• Ensure product readiness from fit, aesthetic, and performance perspectives at RTB.

• Partner with senior engineers to drive F ootwear product initiatives for HOKA.

• Partner with development, testing, and design teams to investigate issues arising from testing.

• Collaborate with the Asia team to creatively solve issues with consistency in commercialization and mass production in mind.

• Lead the review and feedback process of commercialization shoes to ensure product quality and consistency in mass production.

• Strive for continuous improvement in production through periodic examination of defective returns.

• Proactively seek , evaluate, and monitor new technologies relevant to the industry.

• Travel to development factories and trade shows as necessary.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

• 3+ years' experience in the footwear industry.

• General understanding of the manufacturing of footwear.

• Good understanding of footwear materials.

• Ability to lead and manage multiple projects.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Creative problem-solving skills and outside-the-box thinking.

• Ability to read and understand 2D/3D drawings.

What We'll Give You -

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We've created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they're valued.
• Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
• Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees' needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
• Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
• Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That's why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Health and Wellness - There's nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.

Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all the other beautiful parts of your identity.