Timberland: Associate Product Performance Engineer

About the position

At Timberland, we're a force of nature. We're a team that steps outside, works hard together, and moves the world forward. The brand is widely recognized as the arbiter of boot culture. With a rich heritage of craftsmanship and an eye toward the future, Timberland has a decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and build community. The Associate Product Performance Engineer will coordinate the Timberland wear testing program, assist with the day-to-day operations of the Footwear and Materials Testing Lab, and manage the wear testing program from collecting samples to reporting feedback.

Responsibilities

• Manage Timberland's wear testing program
• Coordinate shipment and receipt of samples to wear testers
• Collect, compile and report feedback from wear testing
• Work with testing team to align subjective wear test feedback with objective lab testing
• Conduct mechanical and performance testing of finished product and materials
• Conduct standard laboratory testing following written procedures and guidelines
• Communicate test results to Manager as well as product and materials teams
• Coordinate day-to-day operation of the Footwear and Materials Lab
• Maintain all equipment in proper working order
• Maintain material inventories
• Track scheduled maintenance and repairs
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols
• Collect samples of footwear materials for testing
• Perform tests on footwear samples to evaluate properties like durability, flexibility, or resistance to wear

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a related field
• Experience or training specifically within the footwear or fashion industries
• Understanding of various materials used in footwear, including leather, textiles, polymers, and their properties
• Skill to operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including test machines and instruments
• Familiarity with international footwear testing methods and standards
• Capacity to accurately read, interpret, and document test results
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, organize samples, and maintain accurate records
• Keen eye for detail for accurate testing and data recording
• Ability to identify and resolve technical issues that may arise during testing
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Extensive development and growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation package