Senior Product Engineer, Outerwear

* This is a hybrid role based out of our HQ in Richmond, CA. In-office expectation is 4 days a week
* ABOUT THE POSITION

As the Senior Product Engineer at Mountain Hardwear, you will lead the development of innovative products from initial concept through to production. You will be responsible for delivering projects and associated samples on schedule, aligned with seasonal timelines and cross‑functional needs.

HOWYOU'LLMAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Managing all aspects of product development from prototype through to market readiness for assigned categories

• Develops and maintains accurate product specifications and ensures alignment with design intent and brand standards.

• Provides strategic input throughout the development process, with a focus on cost efficiency, quality, construction integrity, and functional components.

• Manages the development calendar and adheres to key milestones and turn‑time cycle to ensure timely sample delivery for cross‑functional needs. Regularly communicates progress updates to cross‑functional teams.

• Maintains proactive and consistent communication with overseas vendors to monitor prototype progress and resolve development issues.

• Reviews and validates BOMs, technical sketches, and construction details to ensure accuracy, functionality, and quality standards.

• Evaluates and engineers garment construction prioritizing on quality standards, performance, workmanship, and costing

• Establishes and maintains quality construction standards as a foundational framework to proactively address product development challenges and ensure consistency across styles

• Maintains organized records for all managed inline styles, including select SMU and R&D projects.

• Partners closely with Design and Product Line Managers to identify and address potential challenges related to quality, cost, and construction, offering viable solutions throughout the development cycle.

• Fosters open and collaborative communication across departments to support efficient workflow and information sharing.

YOU ARE

• collaborative and fosters a culture of product excellence

• Skilled in building strong cross‑functional partnerships, vendors and support networks

• A strategic and proactive problem solver with a keen eye for detail and an agile mindset

• A transparent communicator and dependable team player

• Able to excel at managing multiple projects with competing timelines, ensuring deliverables are met without compromising quality

• consistently able to meet or exceed deadlines through strong planning, organization, and follow‑through

YOUHAVE

• A bachelor's degree or relevant certification in Apparel Product Development, Design, or a related field

• 5‑8 years of experience in developing outdoor apparel, preferably with a focus on technical outerwear and Snow sports

• Deep expertise in waterproof garment construction and material applications

• Strong analytical skills and a clear understanding of garment costing

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Acrobat, Microsoft Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and PLM/PDM systems

• Familiarity with 3D design software such as Browzwear or CLO

• Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time

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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.

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.  If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.

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