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Additive Engineer I, Footwear Innovation

AT NIKE, Inc.
NIKE, Inc.

Additive Engineer I, Footwear Innovation

Beaverton, OR

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

As a member of the Future Capabilities Additive Team, you will collaborate with key partners onshore and offshore, including teams in Product Development, Testing, Material Design, Product Design, Value Engineering, and our partners in Global Football. You will navigate the NIKE NXT matrix to align processes with functional standards set from 15 years of driving product excellence in performance materials and technologies and postprocessing.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking an individual that has prior experience in the additive manufacturing space looking to grow their skill set into the functional prototyping space, this person would ideally have experience utilizing SLS, DLP, FFF and Postprocessing of said technologies. An understanding of the importance of the cleaning process and how this impacts the end performance of the components being produced for or valued customers in Innovation.

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The ideal candidate must be a self-starter, a quick learner, a strong communicator, a great teammate, and possess solid technical skills.

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training
  • A minimum of 2 years' directly relevant work experience
  • Experience in build setup software and importance of part orientation for performance
  • Understanding of good clean print ready files and able to repair files using Materialize magics for the builds
  • Proficient communication with internal and external partners
  • Think outside the box, leveraging consumer insights and testing data
  • Read technical drawings and 3D files to solve problems
  • Understand virtual prototyping, CAD, 3D printing, and manufacturing processes
  • Experience utilizing Farsoon/EOS/Integra SLS machines and 3DSystems F4 platforms a huge plus
  • Knowledge of materials, test methods, and interpreting data from testing to improve process

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

This role focuses on product creation from initial brief to end use prototype and even consumer products, ensuring excellence in Craft, Fit, Comfort, Performance, Quality, Sustainability, Cost/Value, and Innovation

Responsibilities:

  • Provide early recommendations and technical expertise, in the additive lab focusing on printing techniques, materials, postprocesses, sustainability solutions.
  • State of the art modern SLS technologies.
  • Share expertise with junior team members on footwear construction, manufacturing, chemical, and lab testing procedures.
  • Offer multi-solution approaches and creative problem-solving for product excellence.
  • Develop and enhance engineering best practices to improve quality craftsmanship, performance, and efficiency in the lab Space

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

Client-provided location(s): Beaverton, OR, USA
Job ID: nike-21272_R-64819
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Fertility Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Veteran founded/led