Senior Industrial Designer - Moonshot Innovation

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

At New Balance, we're soaring to new heights, and we need your creative genius to fuel our innovation ambitions. Our brand is on a meteoric rise, and we're looking for talented creatives to join our newly created Moonshot Innovation Group.

As the Senior Industrial Designer - Moonshot Innovation, you will be at the forefront of pioneering creative solutions, exploring cutting-edge technologies, and collaborating with innovators worldwide to spark revolutionary footwear concepts for athletes and consumers. In this role, you'll be an architect of the future. You will champion design excellence, foster innovation, and encourage risk-taking, all while supporting New Balance's future strategy and by creating groundbreaking product concepts that merge performance, style, and craftsmanship.

If you're eager to be a part of a team that's redefining the boundaries of footwear innovation, then we invite you to join our Moonshot Innovation Group. Together, we'll build our own Lunar Lander!

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

RESEARCH

• Research new technologies, materials and design tools to identify future innovation opportunities. Work with global partners and new vendors to envision future footwear applications. Leverage athlete and consumer insights to identify unmet needs.

EXPLORE

• Create innovative footwear concepts that meet New Balance's long term innovation vision
• Collaborate with all innovation functions to create functional prototypes and investigate feasibility of new ideas to support the footwear innovation pipeline
• Work with the Sport Research Lab to develop and validate new footwear concepts
• Explore new footwear constructions and material applications through digital and hands-on experimentations
• Communicate design intent through 2D sketch, 3D modeling, physical models and advanced presentation tools

EXECUTE

• Design holistic footwear solutions for athletes and consumers
• Meets key deadlines and deliverables for projects and have a solid understanding of the product creation process
• Build powerful design stories to help communicate the product intent
• Work with the inline and innovation teams to help facilitate project transfers and communicate design intent

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Minimum 8 years Industrial Design experience with innovation focus or 8 years performance footwear design experience
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in industrial design or related area. Innovation or Engineering degree a plus
• Deep understanding of footwear constructions and manufacturing methods. Experience working with Asian factories, a plus
• Strong knowledge and understanding of ergonomics and biomechanics with athlete interaction experience
• 2D design software: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Sketchbook Pro or ProCreate
• 3D modeling: Modo, Gravity Sketch, Rhino, Grasshopper
• Ability to create prototypes and proof of concept models using hands-on technique and digital tools
• Experience in athletic/outdoor products or technical footwear products preferred
• Passionate about sports and the outdoors
• Ability to travel for research and factory development trips
• Ability to work from our Lawrence, Massachusetts office 3 days a week Tuesday-Thursday required

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.