Product Development Engineer

Status: 12-month contract (possibly extended)Job Title: Product Development EngineerLocation: Hybrid in Beaverton, ORSalary: $55/hrAbout the company:We do more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries, and push out the edges of what can be. Our company looks for people who can grow, think, dream, and create. Our culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders, and visionaries. We are about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving environment.We are a technology company. From our flagship website and five-star mobile apps to developing products, managing big data, and providing leading-edge engineering and systems support, our teams exist to revolutionize the future at the confluence of tech and sport. We invest in and develop advances in technology and employ the most creative people in the world, and then give them the support to constantly innovate, iterate, and serve consumers more directly and personally. Our teams are innovative, diverse, multidisciplinary, and collaborative, taking technology into the future and bringing the world with us.Product Development Engineer:Our client is seeking a Product Development Engineer to support the end-to-end development of innovative soft goods products, with a focus on technical execution, quality, and on-time delivery. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to translate design concepts into production-ready products while balancing performance, manufacturability, and cost. The ideal candidate is collaborative, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.This role is a hybrid model in Beaverton, Oregon.Product Development Engineer Responsibilities:Develop and maintain detailed tech packs, garment specifications, and construction documentation to support product creation from concept through production.Partner cross-functionally with design, materials, product management, and external vendors to ensure alignment on product intent, timelines, and deliverables.Manage multiple seasonal projects simultaneously, tracking prototypes, timelines, and key milestones to ensure on-time delivery.Lead prototype reviews, capture feedback, and drive iterative improvements to achieve production-ready, high-quality products.Translate design concepts into technical solutions, providing recommendations that enhance product performance, fit, and manufacturability.Utilize Adobe Suite and 3D design tools to create, update, and communicate product details, including construction, materials, and graphics.Collaborate with factory partners to support product development, troubleshoot issues, and improve production processes.Communicate project updates, risks, and priorities clearly to stakeholders across all levels of the organization.Product Development Engineer Qualifications:3–5 years of experience in product development, product design, technical design, or a related field within apparel, soft goods, or footwear.Hands-on experience creating tech packs and detailed product specifications.Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and relevant 3D product development tools.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.Strong problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail and process orientation.Experience working with manufacturers or vendors to support product development and production.Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience with knit products, yarn development, or socks highly preferred; alternatively, experience in apparel, footwear, or other soft goods.Exposure to textile materials, construction methods, and product lifecycle processes is a plus.