Job Description

Job Description

Role: 13209-1, Product Development Engineer III, Design

Location: Beaverton, OR (Onsite WHQ)

Start Date: October 9, 2025

End Date: March 27, 2026

Who You'll Work With

This role is part of the Air MI Design Engineering team, reporting to the Design Engineering Manager . You will collaborate cross-functionally with Project Managers, Process, Quality, Automation & Controls, and Industrial Engineers . Key partners and stakeholders include Tooling, Operations, Maintenance, Materials, Planning, and Safety teams .

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a Design Engineer to support the commercialization and manufacturing of NIKE Air products . The ideal candidate is adaptable, curious, solutions-oriented, inclusive, and respectful . You should demonstrate strong 3D design skills , be hands-on , and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment .

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field, or equivalent education and experience.

• 5+ years' experience in mechanical design engineering, product design, or tooling design of plastic consumer products .

• Proficiency in NX CAD software (Siemens NX / NX CAD) .

• Experience with PDM software (preferably Teamcenter) and strong knowledge of revision control .

• Proven ability to design manufacturing tools, molds, and mechanical components .

• Strong problem-solving skills with a detailed and methodical approach .

• Ability to analyze complex problems , develop innovative solutions , and adapt to changing priorities .

• Strong communication and collaboration skills across functions and levels.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when handling tooling, parts, or equipment.

• Must be able to work onsite at the Air Manufacturing Innovation Facility in Beaverton, OR .

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience with SolidWorks .

• Knowledge or experience in thermoforming .

• Background in high-volume manufacturing environments .

• Experience working under tight timelines at Fortune 500 companies .

What You'll Work On

• Support and lead the development of new NIKE Air products and daily manufacturing operations .

• Spend ~65% of time on project work , 25% on improving existing product portfolio , and 10% on creative exploration .

• Design and document tooling designs and machine components using concept sketches, 3D CAD, and engineering knowledge .

• Collaborate with designers, developers, engineers, and tooling centers to ensure manufacturability of products and tooling.

• Partner with internal customers, external vendors, and global teams to deliver effective solutions.

• Communicate project progress clearly to key stakeholders .

• Stay current on critical skills and technologies through training, conferences, and ongoing development.

Special Project Focus

• Design mechanical tools for high-volume manufacturing .

• Support the transfer of SQUs for airsoles .

• Transition manufacturing processes from legacy equipment to new equipment .

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