PURPOSE Creating footwear prototypes from hand or computer-generated patterns to fabricating and assembling materials and components using various types of machinery and hand tools; including machines form cutting, sanding, buffing, sewing, and lasting. Act as lead maker on a portfolio of projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Construct and assemble footwear samples and prototypes using various methods, processes, materials, and machinery.
- Manage a portfolio of projects in all creation phases; from prototype pattern making, prototype construction and assembly, to model and mold making.
- Present prototype method of make ideation to wider team in digital presentation format.
- Use hands on making knowledge to provide material selection for prototypes.
- Archive all prototypes, making tools and materials.
- Maintain record of all materials used on projects.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES- Knowledge of shoemaking process required.
- Hand pattern making or digital pattern making experience.
- Explore post prototype processes / prototype surface design.
- Ability to solve practical problems and manage a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Ability to work with solvents, chemicals, polyurethane, epoxy, and silicone.
- Ability to identify design issues and offer solutions to improve functionality and manufacturability of product.
- Ability to work independently under a deadline on several projects simultaneously with minimal input.
- Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot errors with mechanical equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to work in a shop environment and be comfortable working with industrial machinery.
- Ability to speak effectively and make presentations before small groups of customers or employees of organization.
- Jevero and Microsoft Office skills.
- At adidas, employees on the Creative Studios team are expected to work in the office Monday through Friday, five days per week.
REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Associates degree in related field and/or equivalent high school diploma.
- 5+ years of experience in shoemaking or related field.
- Experience working in a shop environment using a variety of tools and machinery.
Job Title: Technical Manager Footwear PrototypingBrand:
Location: Portland
TEAM: Product Development & Operations
State: OR
Country/Region: US
Contract Type: Full time
Number: 548211
Date: Aug 21, 2026
