New Product Engineer

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 MISSION:

New Balance’s New Product Engineer is responsible for designing processes and creating documentation to support new product introduction to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.  This role requires a blend of technical expertise and creative problem-solving to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and innovation.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Develop processes, tooling, and equipment to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals
• Create cost and sequences for new footwear styles
• Document the process with centerlines and standard work
• Design and order or fabricate tooling to meet project schedule requirements
• Work with new product engineering team to make improvements to equipment, tooling, and processes to meet new product goals
• Develop or qualify equipment as required to support new product
• Works collaboratively with both team members and teams across the organization to develop and qualify new equipment
• Act as a first line of defense in troubleshooting equipment and process issues.  Routine data collection and effective communication of status and solutions.
• Conduct trials, detailed experimental testing and analyze results to ensure new processes meet performance and quality standards.
• Provide recommendations of process improvements based on engineering test results and experience.
• Assists the New Product Engineering Team on documentation, reports and miscellaneous support tasks.
• Throughout project implementation process, ensures training of manufacturing staff is completed properly, that proper documentation is provided and troubleshoots issues as they arise until the process is running smoothly.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• Successful launch of new footwear products that meet or exceed performance and quality standards while meeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.
• Successful launch of operations requiring new tooling
• Achievement of project milestones within established timelines and budgets.
• Continuous improvement in processes

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• Reports directly to New Product Engineering Manager

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS

• Bachelors degree in engineering
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience.  Shoe manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in new product introduction and continuous process improvements
• Project managing skills
• Strong action orientation to achieve deadlines and business results
• Ability to Travel between all Domestic NB Facilities
• Proficient in MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc)
• Experience with 2D and/or 3D CAD desired (Solidworks, AutoCAD, etc)
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Demonstrated ability to communicate across all levels and function.
• Software competencies required:  3D CAD software, Microsoft Office

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 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, or any other protected status.