In Short
As a Computational Designer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping On’s future by leveraging your expertise in computationally driven product design and innovation. Collaborating closely with the Innovation and Footwear Design teams, you will drive new digital generative capabilities, streamline design processes, and contribute to the development of On’s most cutting-edge products and technologies.
Your Mission
- Utilize computational design skills to create pioneering product concepts that set new standards for performance and innovation.
- Implement parametric and algorithmic design principles to develop adaptable design systems, enabling customizable and easily adjustable solutions.
- Leverage generative design to explore complex, optimized forms that meet specific performance requirements.
- Transform blue-sky ideas into proof-of-concept prototypes using rapid prototyping techniques, including concepts, mock-ups, visuals, and 2D and 3D files.
- Collaborate closely with innovation, sports science, development, and materials teams to turn concepts into scalable prototypes.
- Partner with innovation and development teams across Europe and Asia to create scalable, performance-focused product designs.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in computational design tools and CNC machining technologies to enhance the footwear design process.
- Communicate effectively with design, development, and manufacturing teams to ensure a smooth transition from design concepts to production-ready files.
- Inspire and implement computational design capabilities across all product functions, driving innovation and efficiency.
Your Story
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Product/Industrial Design, Architecture, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in computational or advanced CAD design, with a proven track record in launching complex product designs, emphasizing innovation.
- Expertise in Rhino, Grasshopper, Adobe Creative Suite, and skills in platforms like Maya, Zbrush, Blender, or Python, with an emphasis on parametric and generative design.
- Familiarity with an object-oriented programming language such as Python or C#.
- Proven experience in developing generalized and robust algorithms for geometric problems.
- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and in-depth knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
- Experience with digital fabrication using CNC, additive manufacturing, and robotic fabrication.
- Advanced knowledge of general manufacturing processes.
- Experience in visualization, creating photorealistic renders to enhance design presentations and user experience is a plus.
- Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Possess an innovative mind with a strong drive to push the boundaries of footwear design.
- Ability to work independently under deadlines on multiple projects simultaneously, requiring both innovative ideas and engineering problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills and comfortable adapting communication style between engineers, designers, product experts, and cross-functional non-product creation partners.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
Meet the Team
You will work in the Innovation Design Studio with an international team of experts, developers, and engineers across different disciplines, designing and developing the most advanced products and technologies at On. We deliver breakthrough innovation and design by leveraging state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies and design tools. This team is specifically tasked with designing and developing exciting long-term innovation solutions into high-level product concepts driven by athlete performance and sustainability goals. To be truly disruptive in this space, this team rethinks the ways our products are made from the ground up, seamlessly integrating design and technology to unlock new opportunities.
What We Offer
On is a place centered around growth and progress. We provide an environment designed to give individuals the tools needed for holistic development—encouraging active lifestyles, learning, exploration, and innovation. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, guiding each person with purpose.
Only applications matching the job profile will be considered. Apply online using the form below.
On is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a fair and inclusive work environment, free from discrimination in all recruitment, advancement, and retention decisions.