Manager, Chemical Engineer - Innovation

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISISON:

At New Balance, we're soaring to new heights, and we need your technical expertise to fuel our innovation ambitions. Our brand is on a meteoric rise, and we're looking for talented engineers to join our team.

Our team's goal is to create disruptive experiences that go above and beyond the athlete's wildest dreams. In this role, you will lead the team to create innovative cutting-edge sole materials and processes and be part of a close-knit cross functional team, which works closely with athletes and creates solutions to their unmet needs.

If you're eager to be a part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of foam, rubber, thermoplastic materials and shoes in general, then we invite you to join our team!

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Leads the validation/engineering of new sole materials and processes that meet company expectations regarding to brand integrity, design, product innovation and profitable growth.
• Develops talent and infrastructure (tools, processes, programs, protocols and procedures) for a state-of-the-art engineering team and program.
• Seeks knowledge about the consumer, and industry benchmarks and drives teams in the creation of novel chemistries and processes that exceed the athletes' expectations and meet or exceed sustainability goals.
• Works with Asia Chemistry team to ensure best practices for new compounds and or sole processes are available and distributed across teams, including product and value chain partners. Ensures best practices are up to date and followed.
• Manages team (including cross-functional teams, NB Asia team and business partners) to run their projects smoothly and hit their timelines. Offers support and guidance to find solutions to challenges.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS

• A graduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Material Science or related discipline and experience with consumer products creation.
• 10+ years professional experience, with a proven ability to manage people.
• In depth knowledge of footwear manufacturing, including how each material and process performs in the entire shoe construction
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, project leadership and analytical skills are required as well as strong computer skills (CAD, Adobe products and other virtual creation tools).
• Proven track record or ability to commercialize new concepts in a product driven fast paced environment.

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.