Footwear Innovation Engineering Research Lab Tech

Location: Portland, Oregon

Description & Requirements

who we are

lululemon is a yoga-inspired technical apparel company-up-to big things. The practice and philosophy of yoga informs our overall purpose to elevate the world through the power of practice. We are proud to be a growing global company with locations all around the world, from Vancouver to Shanghai, and places in between. We owe our success to our innovative product, our emphasis on our stores, our commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we get to make in every community we are in.

about this team

The Footwear innovation team is a diverse group of designers, developers, engineers, and scientists, who are future-thinking, detail-orientated and solution-focused. They are at the forefront of performance and lifestyle footwear and are aware of technological advances in product creation and how this relates to the sportswear industry. They are strong communicators who value and develop their cross-functional relationships. This is a high-performing team striving to develop personally and professionally, practicing open feedback in a trusting space.

a day in the life; what you will do

·     Partner with the Footwear Innovation Senior Manager and Performance Lab Manager to conduct footwear material & mechanical testing research for lululemon. This team focuses on foundational scientific insights, research, and validation to unlock the unmet footwear innovation needs of the lululemon guest.

·     Demonstrate passion for innovative footwear materials/product performance and testing excellence.

·     Support projects that provide foundational scientific insights and research to validate new footwear innovations that unlock unmet needs for the lululemon guest, through the lens of engineering.

·     Assist with maintaining scientific lab equipment, testing capabilities, and executing industry-leading test protocols, data analysis, and reporting objective feedback.

·     Support in the documentation, visualization, and communication of testing results to appropriate stakeholders at required milestones.

·     Personalize and adjust communication style to target audiences, both technical and non-technical.

·      Partner with the Performance Lab's material performance team to maintain a library of materials and footwear samples, along with database of testing results.

·     Utilize in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge to address complex problems creatively and analytically.

qualifications

·      MS or BS degree in materials engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.

· years' experience working in a material testing lab and knowledge of testing methods/procedures.

·     Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·     Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software. SolidWorks, preferred.

·      Proficiency in programming and analysis software, such as MATLAB and/or Python.

·      Experience with testing equipment software, such as bluehill, wave matrix, etc.

·      Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·      Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·      Excellent interpersonal skills including collaborative problem-solving, negotiating, issue resolution, and relationship management.

·     Thrives
in a time-sensitive, demanding, and dynamic environment, and can self-start, organize, prioritize, multi-task, and balance competing priorities with a keen sense of urgency.

·     Manages effectively with ambiguity, complexity, and change, with high emotional intelligence.

·     Competency of enterprise Microsoft 365 applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Planner, etc.).

·     Familiarity of engineering materials and manufacturing processes used in footwear production is a plus.

must haves

·     Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve results.

·     Communicates with honesty and kindness and creates the space for others to do the same.

·     Handles confidential information respectfully.

·     Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.

·     Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.

·     Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.

·      Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka does not take themselves too seriously.

To Apply:

Please send resumes to Michelle Simmons, Senior Manager, Footwear Innovation