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Lead Materials Innovator

AT NIKE, Inc.
NIKE, Inc.

Lead Materials Innovator

Beaverton, OR

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NIKE, Inc. does 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. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

The first spark of a product idea sets the NIKE, Inc. Product team into motion. The team of developers, testers, engineers, designers and managers obsess over Nike's iconic silhouettes and create groundbreaking new styles. They collaborate, ideate and refine products' construction, fit and materials. They maintain a keen understanding of consumer and market trends. They skillfully operate at the intersection of buyer needs, technical feasibility and business objectives. And they work lockstep with Merchandising, Design, Manufacturing and others to produce the final result: products that reflect the soul of sport and inspire athletes to reach new levels of performance.

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Lead Materials Innovator - NIKE, Inc., Beaverton, OR. Create new and innovative underfoot footwear components by utilizing a variety of polymers, including thermoplastics, thermosets, and composites within a wide range of material processing areas, including injection molding, extrusion, foaming, and compounding; collaborate with other technical experts and participate in ideation sessions; work with suppliers, manufacturing partners, and laboratories to create innovative solutions that meet all required footwear performance and sustainability specifications; partner with NXT Footwear Materials team, and cross functional teammates within Innovation and across Nike including Product Development, Engineering and Manufacturing, Sustainability, Data Analytics, Business Development, Legal, Procurement, Chemical Engineering, Design, Research and Testing Labs to deliver solutions for footwear systems; conduct a range of multi-functional projects of varying readiness levels to innovate and create the future of Nike footwear, predominantly through underfoot materials and components; create and support new product concepts and strategic development efforts within Nike Footwear Innovation; articulate project goals and objectives to relevant audiences; and drive projects forward in pursuit of data driven decision making. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in the U.S., except from AK, AL, AR, DE, HI, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MT, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, RI, SD, VT, WV, and WY.

Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Material Science, or Chemical Engineering and five (5) years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in job offered or in a materials-related occupation.

Experience must include:

  • Injection molding


  • Foam processing


  • Adhesive chemistry


  • Footwear manufacturing


  • Rubber processing


  • Design of Experiment software including JMP and MiniTab


  • Tensile testing of soft materials including Instron and Electropuls operation


  • Cost analysis and modeling


  • Carbon footprint calculations


  • Polymer compounding including single and twin screw compouning


  • Polymer extrusion


  • Footwear mechanical testing

Apply at www.jobs.nike.com (Job #R-42569).

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NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Benefits

Whether it's transportation or financial health, we continually invest in our employees to help them achieve greatness - inside and outside of work. All who work here should be able to realize their full potential.

Client-provided location(s): Beaverton, OR, USA
Job ID: nike-21272_R-42569
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