Job#: 3030823 Job Description: Footwear Materials Designer
Location: Beaverton, Oregon (Hybrid. Onsite Monday-Thursdays, and can work remotely from home on Fridays)
Role Overview
This role is focused on contributing to the development of innovative and visually appealing materials for footwear projects. The position involves blending artistic skills with technical knowledge to design materials that enhance the overall aesthetic and functionality of products. The successful candidate will collaborate with project teams to understand design requirements and functional specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and select materials based on their properties, durability, and aesthetic qualities.
- Utilize design software and tools to create and refine material concepts.
- Develop prototypes and samples to test and validate the visual and tactile aspects of materials.
- Work with color scientists and texture specialists to ensure accurate color matching and texture replication.
- Collaborate with product designers and engineers to integrate materials into the overall design, considering form, function, and manufacturing processes.
- Integrate environmentally responsible options into design considerations and recommend sustainable alternatives.
- Conduct tests to assess the performance, durability, and safety of materials and implement quality control measures.
- Maintain detailed records of material specifications, design processes, and testing results for internal reference and compliance.
- Work with material suppliers and manufacturers to evaluate samples and ensure materials meet quality and design standards.
- Stay informed about design trends and emerging materials to provide insights on innovative design approaches.
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience: A Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2-4+ years of directly relevant work experience. T
Compensation & Benefits
The pay rate for this position is between $31.00 and $42.66 per hour. This information is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to geographic location, experience, and job-related skills.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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