Lead Materials Innovator, Apparel Innovation at Nike

WHO YOULL WORK WITHYoull join Nikes Apparel Materials Innovation teama group obsessed with pushing boundaries in textile science and sustainability. This team partners across NXT Apparel NXT Digital NXT Sustainability Global Apparel Materials Design Product Development and Advanced Manufacturing to deliver groundbreaking material solutions for sport performance apparel.WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORWere seeking a visionary innovator with deep expertise in textile engineering and material sciencesomeone who thrives at the intersection of performance sustainability and advanced manufacturing. This role demands a creative thinker who can translate performance requirements into engineered textile structures leveraging emerging technologies like machine learning and AI to unlock new possibilities. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a proven track record in research and development capable of managing complex projects from lab-scale prototypes to commercial production. They should be passionate about sport sustainability and the future of apparel innovation.WHAT YOU BRING:7 years of relevant experience in textile science and engineering including R&D and commercializationBachelors degree in Textile Engineering/Technology Textile Science Material Science or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education experience and trainingStrong digital skillset including machine learning approaches and AI fluencyExperience in intellectual property capture for materials products and/or processesWHAT YOULL WORK ONYoull lead programs that identify evaluate and scale advanced materials for Nikes future performance apparel. Your work will shape the next generation of textilescombining science creativity and sustainability.Core Responsibilities:Drive research and development of innovative textile structures for sport performance applicationsCollaborate with cross-functional teams including NXT Apparel NXT Digital Sustainability and Advanced ManufacturingEstablish methodologies for systematic evaluation of textile needs from concept to commercializationPartner with external suppliers mills technology providers and research institutes to develop engineered textile solutionsConduct feasibility assessments cost analysis and investment planning for material innovationsLead prototype creation and testing leveraging internal and external labsCapture meaningful intellectual property and contribute to Nikes innovation portfolioWe 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. Key Skills Children Activity,Correspondent,Hotel Reception,IT,Advocacy,Customer Care Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1