Performance Footwear Designer II

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:

To create performance footwear that helps athletes of all types perform better than before. Do this by being inspired from seasonal brand creative direction, incorporating consumer engagement, researching key functional attributes, featuring appropriate color, material, and trend information, and including innovation and engineering elements. Ultimately your design work is the perfect blend of style and performance as they are both essential for success.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Participate in creative vision and other design events.

• Under minimal supervision, exhibit solid design skills with ability to meet key project deadlines.

• Work on a variety of projects across several seasons.

• Assist others in projects to ensure that category is delivering against deadlines.

• Work independently within the multi-functional product team and have a strong understanding of the product creation process and timelines.

• Have a strong understanding of shoe construction, process and costing as well as able to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.

• Travel 1-2 times a year with senior level designers.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• BA or Masters in Industrial Design and/or Fashion design or related area. Innovation, Engineering degree is a plus.

• 3-4 years minimum footwear design experience with a general understanding of footwear, design, construction, materials, sourcing and commercialization.

• Strong 2D-3D visualization by hand or digital drawing.

• Required skills in Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop.

• Optional skills in Sketchbook Pro, Modo, Rhino.

• Required to share portfolio with resume.

• Hybrid role: In-person Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays

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 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, or any other protected status.