Brooks Running · 12 hours ago
Designer II, 3D Footwear Innovation
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $156K/yr
5+ years expBrooks Running is a company focused on enhancing the running experience through innovative gear and experiences. The Designer II, 3D Footwear Innovation role involves creating advanced 3D models for footwear, collaborating with various teams to develop breakthrough designs that enhance athlete performance.
ApparelFashionManufacturingShoesSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Pioneer advanced 3D design across concept, prototype, and production phases, pushing the limits of what's possible in footwear design
Master aesthetic and technical excellence, blending digital sculpting prowess with highly controlled 3D modeling capabilities to create forms that are both beautiful and performance-driven
Scale your workflow dynamically—move fluidly from quick, iterative explorations to high-fidelity, production-ready geometry based on project needs and timelines
Generate production tooling geometry using Rhino 3D or other surface modeling environments, ensuring designs can be prototyped and tested with elite athletes
Create photorealistic renderings that communicate design concepts and performance expression with impact
Demonstrate 3D fluency across multiple paradigms, work confidently with NURBs, mesh, and other geometry typologies to solve complex design challenges. Parametric skills and methods are a bonus
Navigate 3D interoperability with expertise, moving seamlessly between formats and software platforms based on project requirements
Apply foundational knowledge of footwear construction: Understand methods of make, tooling processes, upper construction techniques, and how digital forms translate to physical products
Partner directly with Innovation Footwear Design and Computational Design team members to create breakthrough footwear concepts that advance performance
Interface regularly with Run Research, Product Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering to ensure designs are grounded in performance science and manufacturing reality
Present concepts and designs with clarity and conviction, inspiring cross-functional teams to embrace bold ideas
Provide mentorship and guidance to Associate Designers and Designer 1 team members, elevating the entire team's capabilities
Own your deadlines and deliver with excellence: Establish and manage timelines and autonomously ensure accurate completion of projects
Travel as needed (approximately 10%) to Asia, Europe, trade shows, races, factory sites, or other locations that advance the work
Explore algorithmic modeling approaches such as Grasshopper, Houdini, Blender Geometry Nodes, and other computational design tools
Experiment with animated forms to communicate advanced design expression and performance dynamics
Identify and champion new methods for evolving our 3D workflows, continuously improving our capabilities and knowledge base
Deepen your understanding of performance footwear construction, runner biomechanics, manufacturing processes, and design philosophy
Conduct factory and supplier visits to gain firsthand insights into manufacturing processes and build relationships that inform better design decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, 3D Design, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Proficient in creating algorithmic/computational modeling tools (Grasshopper, Houdini, Blender Geometry Nodes)
5+ years of professional experience in advanced 3D CAD modeling with complex surfacing and organic geometry
Expert-level proficiency in Rhino 3D and other surface modeling tools (Modo, Alias, etc.)
Demonstrates a powerful blend of both aesthetic design sensibilities and technical modeling precision
Strong visualization and rendering skills to create compelling, photo-real representations of design concepts
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong collaboration skills and ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
Deep empathy for athletes and their needs
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
HSA and employer contribution
FSA
Family & fertility assistance
401K Savings Plan and match
Employee assistance program
Transportation assistance
Generous time off, including three to five weeks of paid time off
Eleven paid holidays
Paid sick and parental leave
Annual bonus based on company performance
Product discounts
Employee recognition
Fitness discounts
Volunteer and donation benefits
Company
Brooks Running
Brooks Running designs and manufactures high-performance running shoes, apparel, and accessories for both male and female runners. It is a sub-organization of Berkshire Hathaway.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Sheridan
Chief Executive Officer
Carson Caprara
SVP, Footwear and Apparel
Recent News
2025-11-11
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