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Art Director

Saint Louis, MO

$113K - $118K/yr

Design & Creative Development: Design marketing materials for email, web, print, retail, events ... Our Shoe Discounts: No matter your style, we've got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate ...

With expertise in design, production, and sourcing, we create on-trend footwear and accessories ... We are Shoe-Obsessed: Because we know a great pair of shoes can change your day, you'll enjoy 30 ...

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With expertise in design, production, and sourcing, we create on-trend footwear and accessories ... This position will have a strong focus on our Canada stores (DSW + Shoe Co) and will also support ...

With expertise in design, production, and sourcing, we create on-trend footwear and accessories ... We are Shoe-Obsessed: Because we know a great pair of shoes can change your day, you'll enjoy 30 ...

Bachelor's Degree in Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or Graphic Design. * Should have a minimum of 4-6 years of progressive, shoe designing experience and knowledge of shoe constructions and ...

Bachelor's Degree in Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or Graphic Design. * Should have a minimum of 4-6 years of progressive, shoe designing experience and knowledge of shoe constructions and ...

Footwear Designer

Manhattan Beach, CA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or Graphic Design. * Should have a minimum of 4-6 years of progressive, shoe designing experience and knowledge of shoe constructions and ...

Follow all company safety and clean-room gowning protocols (e.g., shoe covers, smocks, hair/beard ... High School Diploma or equivalent required; advanced education preferred. * CAD/CAM software ...

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How much do shoe design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for shoe design in the United States is $25.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by shoe designers when working with manufacturing teams?

Shoe designers often encounter challenges in translating their creative concepts into products that are feasible for mass production. Communication gaps can arise when conveying design details to manufacturing teams, especially regarding materials, construction techniques, and cost constraints. Designers must balance their aesthetic vision with technical limitations and ensure that their designs can be produced efficiently without sacrificing quality. Close collaboration with engineers and manufacturers is essential for resolving issues related to prototyping, fit, and durability.

What does a shoe designer do?

A shoe designer is responsible for creating new footwear concepts and styles, combining aesthetics with functionality. They sketch designs, select materials, and often work closely with manufacturers to produce prototypes and final products. Shoe designers must stay updated on fashion trends, consumer needs, and technology to create appealing and comfortable shoes. Their work can range from athletic footwear to high fashion, requiring both creativity and technical knowledge.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a shoe designer?

To thrive as a Shoe Designer, you need strong creative design skills, an understanding of footwear construction, and typically a degree in fashion or industrial design. Proficiency with design software such as Adobe Illustrator, CAD programs, and familiarity with materials and manufacturing processes is essential. Attention to detail, trend awareness, and effective communication are vital soft skills for collaborating with teams and translating ideas into market-ready products. These skills ensure innovative, functional, and appealing footwear designs that meet consumer needs and industry standards.

What is the difference between Shoe Design vs Footwear Design?

AspectShoe DesignFootwear Design
FocusDesigning specific types of shoes, such as sneakers, boots, or dress shoesDesigning all types of footwear, including shoes, sandals, boots, and athletic wear
Skills & CredentialsFashion sense, CAD skills, knowledge of materials, footwear constructionBroader knowledge of footwear manufacturing, materials, and ergonomics
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, manufacturing facilities, fashion housesDesign studios, manufacturing plants, product development teams

While Shoe Design focuses specifically on creating various types of shoes, Footwear Design encompasses a wider range of footwear products. Both roles require similar skills like CAD proficiency and knowledge of materials, but Footwear Design involves a broader understanding of the entire footwear industry and manufacturing processes.

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Infographic showing various Shoe Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,697 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Solution Design Engineer - Santa Fe Springs, CA

A.P. Møller - Maersk A/S

Santa Fe Springs, CA

$120K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Us:
As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!
If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!
Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process.Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

SUMMARY:

  • The Solutions Design Engineer position reports to the Solutions Engineering Manager. The Solutions Design Engineer executes data analysis, generates workflows, and constructs initial warehouse and distribution design concepts for new and existing clients.

  • This is a hands-on, front-end Solutions Design Engineer role focused on concept development from data analysis facility layout costing presentations RFP support. The role is execution-oriented and requires a practitioner mindset, directly producing layouts, models, estimates, and proposal content.

  • The Solutions Design Engineer will work on the Engineering Design Team to create and publish final designs. The designs will include solution concepts, CAD drawings, cost estimates, modeling outputs, and presentation materials to support customer proposals.

  • The Solution Design Engineer will independently create complete mechanical designs of conveyor and sortation systems and publish the associated AutoCAD layouts and drawings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Analyze order data, inventory data, and SKU profiles to support facility layout and solution development

  • Provide productivity, capacity, and space estimates in support of business development and Requests for Proposal (RFPs)

  • Own front-end solution concepting, including layout development, automation ideation, and high-level system modeling

  • Create presentations to support engineering recommendations and present solutions to senior management and customers

  • Conduct feasibility studies to determine the ROI on proposed solutions

  • Participate in customer presentations and proposal reviews

  • Consult with operations personnel to validate that proposed solutions are practical, cost-effective, and implementable

  • Support RFP responses and proposal development, including scope definition, assumptions, narratives, and technical content

  • Design and develop conveyor and sortation systems in AutoCAD, including belt-on-slider-bed conveyors, belt-on-roller conveyors, break-belt conveyors, metering belts, shoe sorters, push sorters, cross-belt sorters, merges, diverts, transfers, accumulation zones, and other related material handling equipment and system components. Collaborate with integrators, vendors, and internal stakeholders to evaluate automation approaches and solution alternatives

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering

  • Three to five years of experience in warehousing and distribution. Conveyor design experience required. Other automation and solution design experience preferred

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD

  • Strong written, oral, and presentation skills

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

  • Ability to interact with all levels of management, from supervisory to executive management level

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments, with the ability to meet tight deadlines

  • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Additional preferred experience:

  • RFP support and proposal development experience

  • Facility layout and conveyor/sorter design using CAD

  • A general understanding of conveyor controls configurations and logic

  • Background with a 3PL, systems integrator, or automation/solution vendor

  • Demonstrated success in a hands-on "doer" role, producing designs and deliverables directly rather than operating primarily as a people leader

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

  • This role requires approximately 25% travel (some international travel may also be required)

  • Role is 100% office-based with site visits to warehouses, vendors, and customer locations as needed

Company Benefits:

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • 401k + Company Match

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Paid Time Off

  • Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)

  • And more!

Pay Range:

$120,000 - $140,000*

*The above-stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

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Performance Team is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Performance Team is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave,veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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