- Ventura, California, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time · Senior
- $149K–$165K per year
- 10+ years
Lead the research, development, testing, and validation of innovative performance materials aligned with Patagonia’s quality and sustainability standards.
Compensation
Hiring range: $148,500-165,000 USD Annual
Responsibilities
- Lead the research, development, testing, and validation of innovative performance materials aligned with Patagonia’s quality and sustainability standards.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with Materials Development, Design, Advanced Concepts, Production, and Product Impact teams to integrate new materials into products.
- Identify and evaluate emerging fiber, textile, and material construction technologies relevant to core sports and business platforms.
- Contribute to the innovation pipeline—from early ideation through implementation—ensuring a continuous flow of breakthrough materials.
- Lead prototyping and iterative testing, refining material concepts using performance data and stakeholder feedback.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Materials Engineering