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Softgoods Product Design Engineer

In short

Softgoods Product Design Engineer role at a product company, owning softgoods components (textiles, foams, elastomers) from concept through mass production. The job focuses on safety and durability validation, testing fixtures, design for manufacturability, cost targets, and qualifying materials and manufacturing partners. Requires 5–10 years of experience and a BS in engineering or equivalent, plus a design portfolio; the position is onsite in the US.

Softgoods Product Design Engineer
About the Role
You will own the lifecycle of softgoods components from initial concept through mass production. You will design textiles, foams, and elastomers; validate safety and durability; create testing fixtures; improve manufacturability and yield; meet cost targets; and qualify materials and manufacturing partners.
Requirements
•5–10 years of experience
•Bachelor of Science in engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
•Portfolio showcasing professional, personal, and passion projects
Responsibilities
•Own softgoods components from concept through mass production
•Deliver tactile components that meet defined feel and finish standards
•Ensure safety and durability requirements are met through qualification and validation testing
•Own testing and fixtures
•Drive design for manufacturability and cost targets
•Qualify materials and manufacturing partners
Benefits
•Medical, dental, and vision coverage
•Paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
•401(k) plan with company match
•Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
•Commuter benefits
•Short-term and long-term disability insurance
•Life insurance
•Employee Assistance Program
•Onsite snacks and catered lunches

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