Manager, Footwear Engineering

About the Company

Rothy’s is a sustainable footwear and accessories brand that transforms single-use plastic bottles and ocean-bound marine plastic into signature thread. Using 3D knitting technology and handcrafted assembly, they create machine-washable, zero-waste essentials.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement a scalable approach for leveraging consumer data to inform product development and fit decisions
• Synthesize wear test results, lab testing, and consumer feedback into actionable product insights
• Establish and improve product testing methodologies for existing styles and new silhouettes, specifically knit footwear
• Partner with Product Development and Design teams to refine assortments through fact-based insights
• Prioritize fit, wear, and performance risks to ensure smooth transitions from development to production
• Collaborate with Marketing to translate testing results into authentic product stories
• Manage relationships with internal and external wear test participants and brand advocates
• Maintain regular communication with Asia-based factory partners regarding fit and performance expectations

Requirements

• 6–8 years of experience in footwear technical engineering, fit & wear testing, or commercialization
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, biomechanics, kinesiology, or a related technical field
• Strong understanding of knit footwear construction, materials, and fit systems
• Experience designing and managing wear testing programs and interpreting lab data
• Experience partnering with Asia-based factories or vendors
• Proficiency in PLM and Google Workspace
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Specific experience with knit footwear
• Proficiency with data visualization or analytics tools