Manager, Product Development & Engineering Innovation at Red Wing Shoe Company

The Product Development and Engineering Innovation Manager leads the development engineering and innovation of new products from concept through commercialization domestically (USA). This cross-functional role blends technical development engineering expertise with strategic innovation leadership to create breakthrough solutions that meet evolving market consumer needs and business objectives. The role is both a hands-on problem solver and a visionary thinker capable of managing the fully journey of new products or solutions from concept through development to successful market launch. This management role will collaborate cross-functionally with product creation manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure go-to-market execution of high-quality solutions.What Youll DoProduct Development / EngineeringDrive engineering prototyping and testing for new products.Manage sample room operations and ensure production readiness.Create technical specs CAD models and documentation.Partner with manufacturing and supply chain for cost efficiency and manufacturability.Troubleshoot technical issues and align commercialization with production.Team LeadershipInspire and mentor team members promoting collaboration and growth.Provide hands-on leadership and clear strategic direction.Translate corporate initiatives into actionable plans.InnovationIdentify trends technologies and automation opportunities.Collaborate on ideation concept development and feasibility assessments.Integrate innovation into business operations and champion creative thinking.Work EnvironmentWork performed primarily in an office setting based in Red Wing Minnesota with regular visits to sample rooms test labs and manufacturing facilities.Requires exposure to manufacturing environments that may include noise moving machinery adhesives dust and varying temperatures.Qualifications : REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Industrial or Materials) Footwear Design Product Development Innovation Management or a related field.Minimum of 57 years of experience in product development product engineering R&D or manufacturing within the footwear industry.Proven track record of managing projects from concept through commercialization.Experience in last engineering outsole tooling mould development and material performance.In-depth knowledge of design development and commercialization process within go-to-market.Experience with various footwear construction methods (cemented Goodyear welt stitchdown injected vulcanized).REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIESProficiency with CAD software (Rhino SolidWorks AutoCAD) rapid prototyping 3D modeling and digital prototyping tools.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent product initiatives with varying timelines and complexity.Strong experience leading and working with cross-functional teams (product creation manufacturing and sourcing).Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams.Creative thinking skills with a balance of commercial and technical constraints.Passion for technical innovation and continuous improvement in materials construction and performance.Additional Information : Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact or call .Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at  offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check.Red Wing Shoe Company Inc. is a drug-free workplace.Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Remote Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Instrument,Lighting,Gym,Event Production,Beauty Therapy Experience: years Vacancy: 1