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Footwear Designer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

FBAT & Golf Footwear Product Design, Global Jordan HM wants to see qualified resumes as they come in Desired Candidate Profile: * Minimum required years of experience: 5+ YEO Footwear design with ...

Nike

Lead Footwear Developer - Nike by You

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$61.50 - $80.50/hr

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH As part of the Nike by You, Product Development team, this role partners closely with key footwear functions including Color and Material Design, Product Management, PCC/PMO, ...

Aquent

Footwear Materials Designer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$45 - $50/hr

Develop innovative material concepts across a broad range of footwear products and categories ... Design and develop materials including knits, leather, suede, synthetics, wovens, and other textile ...

Caleres

Production Worker

Port Washington, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

As a Production Worker at the Allen Edmonds Manufacturing & Production Facility, you will play a ... We take immense pride not only in the craftsmanship of our footwear but also in the vibrant and ...

AKIRA

Footwear Product Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Manage the complete development lifecycle for footwear and handbags from concept approval through final production sample. * Partner closely with Design to bring seasonal collections to life while ...

AKIRA

Footwear Product Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Manage the complete development lifecycle for footwear and handbags from concept approval through final production sample. * Partner closely with Design to bring seasonal collections to life while ...

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How much do footwear production jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for footwear production in the United States is $16.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in footwear production?

To thrive in Footwear Production, you need knowledge of manufacturing processes, material selection, and quality control, often supported by vocational training or experience in shoe-making. Familiarity with CAD design software, industrial sewing machines, and production management systems is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help individuals excel in this environment. These competencies ensure efficient production, high-quality products, and the ability to meet both safety standards and market demands.

What are some common challenges faced in a footwear production role and how can they be addressed?

In Footwear Production, common challenges include maintaining product quality while meeting tight deadlines, efficiently managing material inventory, and adapting to frequent design changes. To address these, it's vital to have strong organizational skills, close communication with design and supply chain teams, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement methods can also help streamline workflows and minimize waste, ensuring both quality and efficiency.

What is the difference between Footwear Production vs Footwear Design?

AspectFootwear ProductionFootwear Design
Primary FocusManufacturing and assembly of footwearCreating and developing shoe concepts and styles
Skills & CertificationsManufacturing skills, quality control, technical knowledgeDesign skills, CAD proficiency, fashion sense
Work EnvironmentFactories, production linesDesign studios, offices
Industry UsageCollaborates with designers and manufacturersWorks with marketing, product teams, and manufacturers

Footwear Production focuses on the manufacturing process, ensuring shoes are produced efficiently and meet quality standards. Footwear Design involves creating the visual and functional concepts of shoes, emphasizing creativity and style. Both roles are essential in the footwear industry but differ in their core responsibilities and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Footwear Production job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,996 per year, or $16.8 per hour.

Senior Product Engineer - NikeSKIMS Footwear

Nike

Beaverton, OR • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Nike rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 274 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 104 rated fashion retailers

Job description

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
As a member of the newly established NikeSKIMS Product Creation team, you will work in a fast-moving, agile environment in close partnership with SKIMS. You will collaborate with NIKE onshore and offshore footwear functional partners, including Innovation, Design, Product Management, Product Development, Material Development, Product Testing, PCC, PMO, and SKIMS partners.
You will navigate the NIKE matrix to ensure the team's process model aligns with NIKE Footwear Engineering standards and methodologies while consistently driving product excellence. This role reports to the Footwear Product Creation Lead.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The NikeSKIMS team is looking for a Senior Footwear Product Engineer with strong footwear product creation expertise and experience working with overseas manufacturing partners. This candidate will help guide products from development through manufacturing, using tools, systems, data, and cross-functional partnership to drive quality, cost effectiveness, manufacturability, and clear decision-making.
We are seeking someone who operates with confidence in less-defined spaces, applies innovative engineering approaches to new concepts, products, and processes, and can read and interpret technical drawings, analyze process data, and translate insights into refined product specifications and recommendations. This person leverages consumer insights and sound judgment to evaluate trade-offs that create the greatest benefit for the business, the product, and the consumer.
  • Bachelor's degree in Footwear Product Creation, Product Testing, Development, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
  • Minimum 3+ years of relevant industry experience in footwear manufacturing, product creation, research and development, product testing, industrial engineering, or mechanical engineering.
  • Proficiency in reading technical drawings, design sketches, and/or 3D digital files, with the ability to use a systems approach to identify potential problems, challenges, options, and solutions.
  • Knowledge of lasts, footwear pattern engineering, tooling, materials, test methodologies, and manufacturing processes is highly preferred.
  • Ability to identify and drive valuable engineering solutions from concept through manufacturing.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with multiple internal and external partners.
  • Digital literacy, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, Miro, spreadsheets, database management, and 2D/3D CAD/CAM tools and pattern engineering software; proficiency is a plus.
  • Ability to value differences, work across cultures, and navigate NIKE's organizational matrix.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to work across stakeholders and competing priorities.
  • Ability to travel internationally up to 35%, as needed.

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
You will help drive NikeSKIMS footwear product creation from brief through commercialization across sport and lifestyle products, bringing engineering expertise, cross-functional partnership, and a strong focus on craft, fit, comfort, performance, quality, sustainability, and cost/value.
  • Provide early technical guidance on construction, materials, manufacturing processes, tooling, sustainability, cost, and engineering solutions, including process, lab testing, MCS, and MPS considerations.
  • Identify manufacturing, sustainability, performance, quality, and costing risks early to help prevent issues before they impact product delivery.
  • Review samples throughout product creation and commercialization, providing clear feedback to enable cost-effective, high-quality deliverables that meet consumer expectations.
  • Help develop new NikeSKIMS engineering best practices and evolve existing practices to improve quality, craftsmanship, performance, and efficiency.

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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