Lead Engineer Innovation Apparel

YOUR MISSION

PUMA is seeking a passionate, creative, and highly experienced individual to join the Apparel Innovation team at our headquarters in Herzogenaurach.

As the Lead Engineer in Apparel Innovation, you will drive the development of functional, high-performance sportswear. You will support Design, Sport Science, and Development teams with proven concepts, playing a key role in transforming insights into product solutions that meet athlete needs.

• Initiate, drive, and execute Apparel Innovation projects focusing on Teamsports, Running, and Basketball.
• Connect athlete needs with product functionality.
• Travel regularly to factories and partners in Europe and Asia to develop optimal apparel solutions.
• Utilize Studio 48 and Herzo sample room to develop concept prototypes aligned with our roadmap.
• Collaborate with athletes, Sport Science, Design, and Manufacturing teams to consider all aspects of product solutions.
• Push boundaries and strive for product perfection, paying attention to details.
• Build clear and comprehensive arguments to guide the broader team through your principles and processes.
• Work closely with Business Partners, Sourcing, and SPOMA teams.

YOUR TALENT

• BSc or MSc in textile/apparel engineering or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of fabric and garment construction.
• Proficiency with key apparel machinery.
• Technical skills in pattern making and related software.
• Experience in the sportswear industry is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• A passion for sports and performance apparel.
• This position is based in Herzogenaurach, Germany. Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.

SPEED & SPIRIT are core values at PUMA, inspiring us to BE DRIVEN, BE VIBRANT, BE TOGETHER, and BE YOU. Applying is simple: click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to submit your application.

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