Lead Engineer Innovation Apparel

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PUMA Way Headquarters Until 8/21/2026 First posted August 22, 2025 Last posted August 22, 2025
Job description

YOUR MISSION

PUMA is looking for a passionate, creative, and highly experienced individual to join the PUMA Apparel Innovation team at the headquarter in Herzogenaurach.

As the Lead engineer level in Apparel Innovation, you will drive the creation of the functionality side of our high performance pieces across sports. You will support the Design, Sport Science,

and Development teams with proven concepts. You will play a key role in turning insides into products solution that enhance athlete needs.

  • Initiate, drive and land Apparel Innovation projects focusing on Teamsports, Running and Basketball
  • Connect the dots between the athletes need and the product function
  • Regularly travel to factories/partners in Europe/Asia to build the best apparel solutions
  • Leverage Studio 48 and Herzo sample room to develop concept prototypes that are aligned with our road map
  • Be the team player that understands Athletes, Sport Science, Design and Manufacturing to consider all aspects of a product solution
  • Push boundaries and aim for product perfection - love for the details
  • Build comprehensive and simple argumentation of the principle you will follow to take the broader team on the journey
  • Collaborate with Business partner, Sourcing team and SPOMA.

YOUR TALENT

  • BS or MS in textile/apparel engineering or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of fabric an garment construction
  • Ability to use all key apparel machinery
  • Technical skills with pattern making and related software
  • Experience in the sportswear industry is a plus
  • Excellent organization and time management skills as well as written and verbal communication skills
  • A passion for sports and performance apparel!
  • This position is located in Herzogenaurch, Germany. Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

About this role

Summary

Drive apparel innovation projects and enhance athlete needs through product solutions.

Job title

Lead Engineer Innovation Apparel

Experience level

5+ years

Industry

apparel

Location requirements

Located in Herzogenaurach, Germany; remote work not allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

textile engineeringfabric constructionapparel machinerypattern makingcommunication

Preferred skills

sportswear

Specializations

apparelinnovationsportsweartextilepattern making
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

91074 Herzogenaurach, Germany

On-site City