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Product sits at the heart of that mission- and how we innovate is just as important as what we create. As performance expectations evolve and new challenges emerge, we are called to think radically, act boldly, and push beyond incremental improvement to imagine entirely new possibilities.\nAs a Senior Design Engineer, Advanced Concepts, you will play a critical role in transforming early ideas into tangible, testable product solutions. You bring an innovation-first mindset, approaching challenges with both curiosity and technical rigor. Equally comfortable working hands-on in prototyping as you are leading complex, cross-functional initiatives, you bridge concept and execution-translating design intent into functional, performance-driven products. In close partnership with Advanced Concepts, Design, Materials Development, and Materials Innovation, you will help push the boundaries of how our products are built while ensuring they remain durable, repairable, and aligned with Patagonia’s values.\nWhat You’ll Do\nDevelop proprietary solutions with unique intellectual properties, partnering with Legal to formalize patents and construction methodology.\n\nExplore and apply emerging manufacturing technologies to inform new, more responsible ways of building products.\n\nEvaluate all Forge-developed products with a focus on quality, performance, durability, repairability, and end-of-life considerations.\n\nBuild product construction specifications and document step by step constructions to help communicate with the Development, Inline Design, Quality, and Production teams for commercialization.\n\nPartner with Pattern and Fit team ensuring our concepts adhere to our fit and pattern standards.\n\nConceptualize and create new product opportunities-both within existing categories and in entirely new spaces.\n\nCollaborate with Design, Fit, and Advanced Concepts teams to innovate around movement and performance, incorporating biomechanics into design solutions\n\nBuild and test working prototypes using a wide range of construction techniques, including sewing, lamination, RF welding, seam taping, laser cutting, and emerging methods\n\nPartner with world-class athletes to co-create activity-specific concepts and validate performance in real-world conditions\n\nWho You Are\nPurpose-driven - motivated to build best-in-class products in service of the planet\n\nCurious & innovative - constantly exploring new ideas, tools, and techniques\n\nCollaborative - able to interpret design intent and bring forward thoughtful, alternative solutions\n\nTechnical problem solver - skilled at navigating complexity and driving innovation through construction and engineering\n\nExperimenter - comfortable testing, failing, iterating, and learning quickly to push concepts forward\n\nExperience You Bring\n8+ years of experience developing high-quality products across apparel, accessories, and/or equipment\n\nAdvanced expertise in pattern making, including building concepts from the ground up\n\nDegree in Design, Pattern Making, Engineering, or equivalent experience\n\nExceptional attention to detail across product construction, execution, and documentation\n\nStrong working knowledge of tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Optitex, Browzwear, Clo3D, or similar 3D platforms\n\nExperience with 3D design/engineering tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Rhino) is a plus\n\nHands-on experience with a range of fabrication methods, including sewing, adhesive lamination, RF welding, 3D printing, laser cutting, and seam taping\n\nDeep understanding of material properties and their impact on product construction and performance\n\nProven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver in a fast-paced, iterative environment\n\nExperience mentoring and developing designers and/or developers\n\nPhysical Requirements\nMust be able to sit for extended periods of time.\n\nMust be able to stand for extended periods of time.\n\nAbility to look at a computer screen for extended periods of time.\n\nAbility to maintain a composed and professional demeanor within a flexible and (at times noisy) work environment.\n\nHiring Range: $118,800 - $135,000 USD Annual\nAt Patagonia, pay ranges are assigned to a job based on the location specific market median of similar jobs according to 3rd party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary for several reasons including skills/capabilities, experience, and available budget.\nBenefits\nPatagonia offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement and leave of absence plans. Benefit plans may vary slightly depending on the nature of your employment.\nWorkplace Location Overview\nThis position is Hybrid, with a standard schedule of Tuesday - Thursday on-site and remote work on other days. 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