Join Our Team as Head of 3D Product Design
On is seeking a visionary Head of 3D Product Design with a robust background in footwear and a deep understanding of product design. The ideal candidate will possess advanced expertise in 3D modeling and a relentless curiosity for emerging technologies and tools. In this role, you will lead a team of 3D specialists and visual explorers, challenging the boundaries of digital design and driving the shift from traditional workflows to innovative, 3D- and computationally-powered methodologies.
Your Mission
- Build and develop a team of 3D modeling, rendering, and visualization experts, fostering close collaboration with other designers to deliver outstanding work from early explorations to production-ready 3D data sets.
- Be an integral part of the design studio, continuously pushing the visual and technical boundaries of On's products.
- Inspire, coach, and upskill individuals and teams to cultivate future-ready design capabilities in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
- Lead the transition from 2D to 3D, integrating AI, computational design, and simulation tools to redefine On's design workflows while boosting creativity, efficiency, and impact.
- Oversee the realistic digital representation of materials in virtual prototypes, including the scanning and processing of digital materials to ensure visual and physical accuracy.
- Minimize reliance on physical samples and reduce development timelines, allowing for more time devoted to creative design exploration.
- Scale 3D pilot initiatives into robust workflows utilized across the design organization, consistently optimizing processes for long-term success.
- Act as a critical link between internal teams in Zurich and Asia, as well as across cross-functional pods including Development, Engineering, IT, and Operations, ensuring smooth alignment throughout the entire footwear creation process from concept to production.
- Develop a holistic understanding of the digital landscape within our product organization and collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive and implement this strategy.
Your Story
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, 3D Animation, Game Design, or a related field, with a strong focus on 3D and digital design.
- 7-10 years of experience in high-level design environments, backed by a strong portfolio of visual and performance product solutions.
- Proven experience in leading teams and/or managing large-scale projects within agile environments.
- Extensive expertise in 2D and 3D tools, encompassing sketching, modeling, rendering, and computational design.
- A profound passion for performance products, with a deep connection to the world of sports and movement.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
About the Team
You will be part of the design studio, collaborating with an international team of designers across various disciplines to create and develop the most advanced products and technologies. We deliver innovation and design by leveraging state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies and design tools. Our team envisions and develops groundbreaking long-term solutions into high-level product concepts across all product verticals, driven by athlete performance, fashion trends, consumer insights, sustainability goals, and more. To be truly disruptive in this space, we rethink how we create products from the ground up, seamlessly integrating design and technology to unlock new opportunities.
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.