Textile Quality 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.

TEXTILE QUALITY ENGINEER

Location: PHK (Beaverton), Global

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

This role sits within Nike’s Apparel Standards and Governance team under Product Integrity. You’ll partner closely with Material Supply Chain, Product Development, Material Development, Manufacturing Systems Engineering, and collaborate with material vendors and factories across the Americas region to ensure quality standards are met.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Nike is seeking a detail-driven, proactive engineer with deep expertise in textiles and material quality. The ideal candidate combines technical knowledge with strong analytical skills and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll need to navigate ambiguity, influence partners, and deliver solutions that elevate product integrity. Strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to build relationships internally and externally are essential. Comfort with data analysis and proficiency in tools like Excel, Smartsheet, and Air Table will help you succeed. If you’re passionate about material quality and ready to drive excellence, this is your opportunity.

Key Qualifications:

• Open to work in PHK (Beaverton), Global
• Minimum of 3 years of materials or product experience in the apparel or footwear industry
• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Science or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
• Knowledge of textile manufacturing processes, dyeing, finishing, printing, and material testing
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

You’ll deliver material quality expertise to Nike’s product creation and supply chain teams, ensuring risks are identified early and production meets specifications. Your work will influence supplier performance and drive continuous improvement across global operations.

Core Responsibilities:

• Partner with product creation teams, supply chain, and suppliers to identify and mitigate material quality risks before manufacturing
• Evaluate manufacturing plans to confirm processes meet specifications and tolerances
• Support suppliers through evaluations, training, troubleshooting, and corrective actions
• Assess materials and identify key production quality competencies and risks
• Review production testing and color data to resolve issues quickly
• Lead issue management, root cause analysis, and improvement planning
• Communicate effectively with internal and external partners to drive alignment

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.