Thule has an exciting opportunity in our Product Development department at our Longmont, CO office. The Senior Product Developer will work with the Bags Design, Product and Project Management teams to drive commercialization of our Packs, Bags and Luggage collections from initial concepts to final specifications to production. They will develop our innovative product collections while managing launch timing. The Senior Product Developer will be the go-to area expert for Packs, Bags and Luggage development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate product development from initial concept through production by creating product documentation and specifications, monitoring product testing and performance, and managing cost and sustainability targets
Support the design process through proactive discussion with Design on concept feasibility with a focus on cost, quality, functionality, and manufacturability
Interact with our in-house prototyping room to rapidly prototype innovative concepts
Work with our internal test labs to develop test plans and ensure new products meet all pre-determined test criteria
Keep up to date on market trends, category goals, new technologies and consumer needs throughout the development process
Review all prototypes to evaluate fit/function, construction, quality, design intent, cost, and compliance with specifications
Develop innovative and market leading textiles and construction techniques to meet design intent and cost targets
Manage communication with factory partners based in Asia
RECOMMENDED POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, Engineering, Textiles, or equivalent experience
10+ Years of experience developing materials, hardware, cut and sew and/or welded bags, packs or luggage with offshore factory partners required
Strong knowledge of material development, cut and sew and welded bag construction, and various molding techniques
Familiarity with textile and bags test methods and standards
Competency in MS Office Programs (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Experience with Adobe Illustrator, CAD software, or PLM systems is a plus
Strong verbal and written communication skills and be a solid collaborator
Opportunity for international travel (to Asia) up to 2 weeks per year
Benefits and Salary (CO):
This is an on-site position based in our Longmont, CO office. The typical work hours for this position are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000. Thule offers paid time off, 11 paid holidays/year, comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, short term and long-term disability, and Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care). We have a 401K plan with employer contributions, offer an employee discount, Employee Assistance Program, and tuition reimbursement.
We believe in strong teamwork both within your own team but also across teams. We strive to be an open and curious organization, sharing our knowledge and inspiring one another. Within Thule Group you will find people who have a passion for the products we make and the outdoor company we are. We share the same values and we like to have fun. All of our employees have a joint responsibility to maintain that spirit and contribute to it.
About Thule Group
Thule Group is a global sports and outdoor company. We offer high-quality products with smart features and a sustainable design that make it easy for people across the globe to live an active life. Under the motto Active Life, Simplified — and with a focus on consumer-driven innovation and long-term sustainability — we develop, manufacture and market products within the product categories Sport&Cargo Carriers (roof racks, roof boxes and carriers for transporting cycling, water and winter sports equipment, and rooftop tents mounted on a car), Juvenile & Pet Products (car seats, strollers, bike trailers,child bike seats and dog transport), RV Products (awnings, bike carriers and tents for RVs and caravans) and Packs, Bags & Luggage (hiking backpacks, luggage, laptop- and camera bags).
Thule Group has about 2,600 employees at nine production facilities and 35 sales offices worldwide. The Group’s products are sold in 138 markets and in 2023, sales amounted to SEK 9.1 billion.
www.thulegroup.com.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design and Engineering
Industries
Sporting Goods Manufacturing and Retail
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