Columbia Sportswear, Inc.:
Equipment Designer Job in Burlington, VT

CALLING THOSE WHO LIKE TO GO A LITTLE OFF ROUTE

When our founders established the Bay as our base back in 1993, Mountain Hardwear was destined for a life of play. They wanted to make equipment and apparel that climbers and mountaineers could depend onbut they wanted to have fun doing it, too.

We bring the same stoke we have in the mountains to the drawing board. We express our brand through climbing, but more importantly, through the culture that we as climbers, riders, artists, innovators, movers, shakers (insert your thing here) create.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Were seeking an Equipment Designer at Mountain Hardwear, you'll partner closely with the other EQ Designers, Product Engineers, Materials Researchers, and Merchandisers to build the future product line of tents, sleeping bags, packs, and luggage. This position is specifically responsible for the form & function, fabrication, color, graphics, and all other aesthetic aspects of the products assigned. Were looking for people who are inherently curious, collaborative, have a passion for creation, and a drive to make our product better every day.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Propose design ideas based on seasonal assignments with regard to fabrication, style definition, functional features, fit requirements, and other design details.

Discover insights and design opportunities through research into consumers, market trends, materials, and technology.

Generate concepts through brainstorming and other creative processes, and create sketches, renderings, mock-ups and other representations of the design to help communicate these concepts.

Regularly present and refine these product concepts through iterative design reviews.

Ensure concepts are aligned with seasonal brand strategy, market trends, and the end needs and values of our consumers.

Produce fully packaged design specifications of assigned products and work with Product Engineers and our factory partners to ensure successful product development.

Actively participate in and propel the prototype process. This includes initiating sample requests by working closely with Designers and Product Engineers, reviewing samples, rigorous product testing, and directing revisions as needed throughout the development cycle.

Communicate design/concept boards to design for color direction

Work closely with Materials Research to define new areas to research and source

Provide backup support for Senior Designer(s) on rush projects, projects requiring CAD skills, and assignments that cannot be completed by other staff members.

Bring a unique perspective and work with a team of creative-minded folks to elevate the Mountain Hardwear brand

Be a part of the Mountain Hardwear culture.


YOU ARE
Passionate about the outdoors, camping, hiking and climbing.

Knowledgeable about industrial design.

Excited about creativity, collaboration, and exploration


YOU HAVE
A Bachelors degree in Industrial Design, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

2-4 years experience in an Equipment Design related field.

Strong ability to sketch and quickly communicate ideas in a visual format.

Highly proficient with computer design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, etc.

3D CAD experience and proficiency is a plus.

Soft goods design sensibility and knowledge of fabric and textiles.

Excellent attention to detail, proactive work ethic, and proven ability to establish and maintain schedules.



Job located in Richmond, CA at Mountain Hardwear HQ.


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Our purpose is to build essential gear for climbers, mountaineers, and outdoor athletes. Mountain Hardwear expedition tents have summited more of the worlds highest peaks than any other brand. This level of technical precision inspires everything we do. Every stitch deliberate, every angle precise, every fabric tested, so that function and comfort are built with intent. Over and over. Mountain Hardwear, Inc., founded in 1993 and based in Richmond, CA, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Columbia Sportswear Company and distributes its products through specialty outdoor retailers in the United States and 34 countries worldwide.


This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.


At Columbia Sportswear Company (CSC), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CSC believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.