Entra a far parte del team di NIKE, Inc.
NIKE, Inc. non si limita ad attrezzare i migliori atleti del mondo. Offre un luogo in cui scoprire le proprie potenzialità, superare i confini e oltrepassare i limiti. L'azienda è alla ricerca di persone in grado di crescere, pensare, sognare e creare. La sua cultura si alimenta con la diversità e la valorizzazione dell'immaginazione. Il marchio è alla ricerca di persone d'azione, di leader e di visionari. In NIKE, Inc. tutti i dipendenti apportano le proprie competenze e la propria passione in un contesto stimolante e in continua evoluzione.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
You’ll join a team that designs, develops, and transitions new technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes to create the world’s best athletic footwear. You’ll collaborate closely with global cross-functional teams across Nike, manufacturing partners, and material suppliers. This role reports to a Senior Manager, Chemical Engineering based in Korea.
You’ll partner with Nike leadership and factory teams to implement best practices across our manufacturing network. You’ll apply chemical and process engineering expertise to translate research into scalable, high-quality products and processes.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Nike is always on the offense—relentlessly innovating. We’re looking for a Senior Chemical Engineer to join our team in Korea and help revolutionize the future of athletic footwear. The ideal candidate is a curious problem solver who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about driving innovation.
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymers, or related field, or 5+ years of directly relevant experience
- Preferred: experience in footwear or related industries (e.g., tires, polyurethane, plastics)
- Fluent in written and spoken English and Korean
- Strategic thinker with the ability to prioritize in technical environments
- Proven success in diverse development or manufacturing teams
- Strong leadership: able to guide projects, make informed decisions, and foster open collaboration
- Skilled problem solver, comfortable with ambiguity and shifting priorities
- Capable of managing multiple complex projects and driving high-impact outcomes
- Customer-focused, collaborative, and able to provide clear direction to partners
- Committed to sustainability and continuous improvement
- Proficient with data tools: JMP, Minitab, Statistica, Excel, and DOE
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
In this role, you’ll lead strategic chemical projects aligned with Nike’s manufacturing and engineering initiatives. You’ll serve as a functional expert in chemical and process domains, ensuring progress against strategic goals and adherence to Nike’s manufacturing and quality standards. You’ll leverage data analysis to solve complex engineering challenges and recommend corrective actions during development and production. Other responsibilities includes:
- Serving as a functional expert in bottom component technology during product development, identifying and resolving potential manufacturing issues, and validating cutting-edge technologies for production readiness
- Navigating ambiguity with confidence—define solution paths and elevate factory partner capabilities, including ramping up new chemical facilities while maintaining consistent quality
- Applying chemical and process engineering knowledge to design, develop, and scale new products and processes
- Performing development engineering work across Chemical, Material, Innovation, and Mechanical functions
- Building expertise in bottom-making technology to proactively address manufacturing challenges
- Supporting the growth of manufacturing partner capabilities and guide new facility ramp-ups to ensure consistent quality
- Collaborating with Nike leadership and factory teams to implement best practices across manufacturing locations
IL NOSTRO PIANO DI ASSUNZIONE
01 Candidati
I nostri team sono composti da persone che apportano un'ampia varietà di competenze, conoscenze, input, idee e background. Vogliamo aiutarti a trovare il tuo posto: rivedi le descrizioni delle posizioni, i reparti e i team per trovare il ruolo adatto a te.
02 Incontra un/una recruiter o completa una valutazione
Se selezionato per un ruolo aziendale, un reclutatore ti contatterà per avviare il processo di colloquio e sarà il tuo contatto principale durante tutto il processo. Per i ruoli di vendita al dettaglio, completerai una valutazione interattiva che include una chat e quiz e richiederà circa 10-20 minuti per essere completata. Indipendentemente dal ruolo, vogliamo conoscere te, la tua totalità, quindi non esitare a scoprire il modo in cui ti avvicini a un servizio di livello mondiale e ciò che ti rende unico.
03 Preparati per il colloquio
Affronta questa fase con sicurezza, facendo le tue ricerche, comprendendo cosa stiamo cercando e preparandoti a rispondere alle domande che sono state ideate per saperne di più su di te e sul tuo background.
