Lead, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

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NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

LEAD, ADVANCED MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

This team leads the advancement of automation and digitization across Nike’s manufacturing network. The role reports to the Director of Manufacturing Systems Engineering, South Asia, and partners with Apparel and Accessories Factory Partners, internal Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and technology integrators.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Nike is looking for a leader who blends technical mastery with bold vision—an engineer who thrives where automation meets innovation. This person excels at designing scalable systems, navigating complexity, and pushing manufacturing capabilities forward. They bring sharp analytical instincts, a strong command of automation and digitization technologies, and the presence to influence cross‑functional partners. They operate with clarity and conviction, inspire teams to reach further, and consistently find new ways to make manufacturing smarter, faster and more resilient. They anticipate challenges, solve with precision, and energize others through their drive for continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Open to work in Vietnam

• Minimum 5 years of experience in advanced manufacturing with emphasis on automation and digitization

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

• Experience with General Sewing Data (GSD), capacity planning, and leading engineering teams

• Background in automation technologies, software for manufacturing systems, and digitization initiatives; project management experience preferred

You’ll lead the strategy and execution of automation and digitization solutions across Nike’s global manufacturing network. You’ll partner across engineering, factory, and cross‑functional teams to build modern, scalable systems that elevate performance and transform operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Factory Partners, Supply Chain, and technology teams to deliver integrated solutions

• Lead end‑to‑end design, development, and deployment of automation and digitization initiatives

• Co‑create modernization roadmaps with factory partners to accelerate capability building

• Drive adoption of robotics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in manufacturing

• Develop automation frameworks and standards that ensure reliability, consistency, and scalability

• Conduct technical assessments and feasibility studies to guide investment and capability decisions

• Enable knowledge sharing across product, engineering, and process teams; define and track KPIs for performance impact

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.