Textile Chemistry & Finish Innovation Engineer

Lululemon Athletica

Taiwan
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Description & RequirementsWho we arelululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.About this teamThe Raw Materials Innovation team is looking for talented individuals who are ready to shape, surprise, and engineer delight into the future of our guests' experiences. We don't rely on traditional research and development methods - we push the boundaries of what's possible through raw materials innovation principles and material science. Our team constantly innovates new materials and creates unique experiences our guests never knew they wanted. With your help, we can engineer new sensations and bring our guests together for an unforgettable experience. You will work on short-, mid-, and long-term projects to define the state of the art, lead research, build insight, generate unique points of view, create prototypes, and prove principles.A day in the life:You are a sustainability enthusiast committed to implementing innovative, eco-friendly textile finishing and colouring initiatives. You stay up-to-date with industry developments and collaborate with experts to design new techniques. Your strong science background helps you evaluate materials' performance and structure. You are driven to deliver excellence, think outside the box, and build a top-notch team to execute sustainable chemistries!

You have a passion for sustainability and strive to disrupt the negative impact of traditional textile production processes on the environment
You participate in various conferences and seminars to stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and advancements and keep your cross-functional team informed
You are capable of identifying and scouting early-stage startups and research groups that have the potential to become viable products for your organisation
You have established a network of technical experts and researchers in academia and industry
You leverage your knowledge of organic chemistry, structural patterns, and computer modelling programs to plan textile finishes and colours and stay current with the latest textile machinery, processes, and chemical developments
Your mathematical and computer science skills enable you to apply statistical techniques and analytical instrumentation methods to characterise the properties and performance of materials
You enjoy the challenge of designing and creating new fabric finishing and colouration techniques for new functionality and are comfortable adjusting previous designs of various finishes
You always put the guest first and know that success is found in attention to detail throughout the entire process
You bring an outside-the-box thinking approach to solving the textile chemistry industry's biggest problems and strive to create a vision to build a world-class team that would innovate and execute the best functional and sustainable chemistries to maintain your organisation's leadership position in the industry

Qualifications:

An advanced degree (PhD or Master's) in Textiles, Textile Chemistry, or a related discipline that emphasises chemistry, textiles, materials, or allied fields
At least 2-3 years of experience working on colouration and finishing for a brand or in a dyeing mill or textile chemistry supplier
Experience working on-site with manufacturers worldwide and a strong understanding of supply chain operations
Exceptional project management skills, including the ability to communicate updates to both scientific and non-scientific stakeholders and present complex information in a clear and concise manner
A natural ability to lead and inspire others, with an analytical mind and a keen attention to detail
A strong focus on innovation and the ability to create effective solutions to complex problems, using a combination of critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Experience in creating intellectual property and a deep understanding of its importance
A commitment to putting the needs of the customer first and a willingness to go above and beyond to ensure their satisfaction

Must haves:

Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
Communicates with honesty and kindness and creates the space for others to do the same.
Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take themselves too seriously.

Beyond the Paycheck (Benefits & Perks)At lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person - body, mind, spirit. Our total rewards program is designed to support you in achieving your goals and focus on the things you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team-based bonus program, we also offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, parenthood top up program and personal and professional development programs.Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.#LI-CY1Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.

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