Senior Product Engineer, Outerwear

Richmond, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

*This is a hybrid role based out of our HQ in Richmond -office expectation is 4 days a week*

ABOUT THE POSITION

As the Senior Product Engineer at Mountain Hardwear you will lead the development of innovative products from initial concept through to production. You will be responsible for delivering projects and associated samples on schedule aligned with seasonal timelines and cross-functional needs.

HOWYOULLMAKE A DIFFERENCE

Managing all aspects of product development from prototype through to market readiness for assigned categories
Develops and maintains accurate product specifications and ensures alignment with design intent and brand standards.
Provides strategic input throughout the development process with a focus on cost efficiency quality construction integrity and functional components.
Manages the development calendar and adheres to key milestones and turn time cycle to ensure timely sample delivery for cross-functional needs. Regularly communicates progress updates to cross-functional teams.
Maintains proactive and consistent communication with overseas vendors to monitor prototype progress and resolve development issues.
Reviews and validates BOMs technical sketches and construction details to ensure accuracy functionality and quality standards.
Evaluates and engineers garment construction prioritizing on quality standards performance workmanship and costing
Establishes and maintains quality construction standards as a foundational framework to proactively address product development challenges and ensure consistency across styles
Maintains organized records for all managed inline styles including select SMU and R&D projects.
Partners closely with Design and Product Line Managers to identify and address potential challenges related to quality cost and construction offering viable solutions throughout the development cycle.
Fosters open and collaborative communication across departments to support efficient workflow and information sharing.

YOU ARE

collaborative and fosters a culture of product excellence
Skilled in building strong cross-functional partnerships vendors and support networks
A strategic and proactive problem solver with a keen eye for detail and an agile mindset
A transparent communicator and dependable team player
Able to excel at managing multiple projects with competing timelines ensuring deliverables are met without compromising quality
consistently able to meet or exceed deadlines through strong planning organization and follow-through

YOUHAVE

A bachelors degree or relevant certification in Apparel Product Development Design or a related field
58 years of experience in developing outdoor apparel preferably with a focus on technical outerwear and Snowsports
Deep expertise in waterproof garment construction and material applications
Strong analytical skills and a clear understanding of garment costing
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Acrobat Microsoft Teams Excel PowerPoint and PLM/PDM systems
Familiarity with 3D design software such as Browzwear or CLO
Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time

#LI-JC1

#Hybrid

#Mountainhardwear

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but constitutes a general definition of the positions scope and function in the company.

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process please notify your recruiter.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. Material job duties that will be considered in evaluating criminal convictions post-conditional offer of employment include cash handling working with minors servicing the public and access to customers confidential information.

Salary Range: $102100 - $170500

*Pay decisions are determined by multiple factors including what the market is paying a candidates capabilities and skills years of experience and internal equity.

At Columbia Sportswear Company were proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical social/emotional financial career and community. Benefits that can protect your familys financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical dental vision life Insurance disability flexible spending accounts health savings account and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident critical illness hospital indemnity and legal services). In addition Columbia offers EAP which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits employee discounts and a generous time off program available.

If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application please reach out to with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

*This is a hybrid role based out of our HQ in Richmond -office expectation is 4 days a week*ABOUT THE POSITIONAs the Senior Product Engineer at Mountain Hardwear you will lead the development of innovative products from initial concept through to production. You will be responsible for delivering pr...

*This is a hybrid role based out of our HQ in Richmond -office expectation is 4 days a week*

ABOUT THE POSITION

HOWYOULLMAKE A DIFFERENCE

Managing all aspects of product development from prototype through to market readiness for assigned categories
Develops and maintains accurate product specifications and ensures alignment with design intent and brand standards.
Provides strategic input throughout the development process with a focus on cost efficiency quality construction integrity and functional components.
Manages the development calendar and adheres to key milestones and turn time cycle to ensure timely sample delivery for cross-functional needs. Regularly communicates progress updates to cross-functional teams.
Maintains proactive and consistent communication with overseas vendors to monitor prototype progress and resolve development issues.
Reviews and validates BOMs technical sketches and construction details to ensure accuracy functionality and quality standards.
Evaluates and engineers garment construction prioritizing on quality standards performance workmanship and costing
Establishes and maintains quality construction standards as a foundational framework to proactively address product development challenges and ensure consistency across styles
Maintains organized records for all managed inline styles including select SMU and R&D projects.
Partners closely with Design and Product Line Managers to identify and address potential challenges related to quality cost and construction offering viable solutions throughout the development cycle.
Fosters open and collaborative communication across departments to support efficient workflow and information sharing.

YOU ARE

collaborative and fosters a culture of product excellence
Skilled in building strong cross-functional partnerships vendors and support networks
A strategic and proactive problem solver with a keen eye for detail and an agile mindset
A transparent communicator and dependable team player
Able to excel at managing multiple projects with competing timelines ensuring deliverables are met without compromising quality
consistently able to meet or exceed deadlines through strong planning organization and follow-through

YOUHAVE

A bachelors degree or relevant certification in Apparel Product Development Design or a related field
58 years of experience in developing outdoor apparel preferably with a focus on technical outerwear and Snowsports
Deep expertise in waterproof garment construction and material applications
Strong analytical skills and a clear understanding of garment costing
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Acrobat Microsoft Teams Excel PowerPoint and PLM/PDM systems
Familiarity with 3D design software such as Browzwear or CLO
Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time

#LI-JC1

#Hybrid

#Mountainhardwear

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but constitutes a general definition of the positions scope and function in the company.

Salary Range: $102100 - $170500

*Pay decisions are determined by multiple factors including what the market is paying a candidates capabilities and skills years of experience and internal equity.

If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application please reach out to with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Key Skills

APQP
Six Sigma
GD&T
Root cause Analysis
CAD
Project Leadership
SolidWorks
Mechanical Engineering
Quality Management
Product Development
Catia
Manufacturing

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Columbia Sportswear

Founded in 1938, Columbia brand apparel, footwear, accessories, equipment, and employees have earned a global reputation for innovation, quality and performance, keeping activity enthusiasts and explorers in more than 100 countries, warm, dry, cool and protected year-round. Columbia S ... View more

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