Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
The Senior Chemical Engineer will join a team focused on designing, developing, and scaling advanced technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes to create world-class athletic footwear. This role partners closely with global cross-functional teams across Nike, manufacturing partners, and material suppliers, and reports to a Senior Manager, Chemical Engineering based in Korea.
The team collaborates with Nike leadership and factory partners to implement best practices across the manufacturing network. They apply chemical and process engineering expertise to translate research into scalable, high-quality products and processes that perform at the highest level.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The team is seeking a Senior Chemical Engineer who brings curiosity, discipline, and a drive to solve complex problems. This individual thrives in dynamic environments and is motivated to advance innovation in athletic footwear.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in chemical engineering, preferably in footwear or adjacent industries (e.g., tires, polyurethane, plastics)
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymers, or related field
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, prioritize in technical environments, and manage multiple complex projects with high-impact outcomes
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with a track record of working effectively across diverse, cross-functional teams and guiding projects to completion
- Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity and shifting priorities
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to communicate clearly and provide direction to internal and external partners
- Commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement
- Proficiency with data tools such as JMP, Minitab, Statistica, Excel, and DOE
- Strong written and oral communication skills both Korean & English.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
In this role, you will lead strategic chemical engineering projects aligned with Nike’s manufacturing and innovation priorities. You will act as a subject matter expert across chemical and process domains, ensuring progress toward strategic goals while upholding manufacturing and quality standards. You will use data-driven insights to solve complex challenges and drive corrective actions across development and production.
- Serve as a functional expert in bottom component technology during product development, identifying risks early and validating new technologies for production readiness
- Navigate ambiguity with confidence and define solution pathways while elevating manufacturing partner capabilities, including ramping new chemical facilities with consistent quality
- Apply chemical and process engineering expertise to design, develop, and scale new products and manufacturing processes
- Perform development engineering work across Chemical, Material, Innovation, and Mechanical functions
- Build deep expertise in bottom-making technologies to proactively address manufacturing challenges
- Support and grow manufacturing partner capabilities, including guiding new facility ramp-ups to ensure consistent quality
- Collaborate with Nike leadership and factory teams to implement best practices across manufacturing locations
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
