Characterization Innovation Engineer, Footwear
Core
Quantify footwear and apparel material properties with high accuracy using state-of-the-art facilities to drive product improvement.
Role type
Senior IC footwear characterization engineer
Builds
Quantified material property data and validated testing methods for Deckers footwear products
Domain
Footwear manufacturing and materials science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical testing, CT X-ray scanning, biomechanical data analysis, custom scripting (Matlab/Python), project management
Preferred skills
Master's degree in relevant field, experience with Instron/Satra/Exeter equipment
Technologies
Instron, Satra, Exeter Research, Matlab, Python, CT X-ray scanner
Responsibilities
Develop and run footwear and material tests using materials testing machines; Assess footwear constructions with CT X-ray scanner; Conduct benchtop and in-field product property tests; Analyze mechanical data and develop custom data analysis scripts; Innovate new testing paradigms and devices for scientific evaluation of product properties; Integrate product properties with biomechanical, physiological, and perception outcomes
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
