New Balance is looking to accelerate footwear and apparel design, enhance performance and fit, and transform enterprise workflows by developing intelligent computational systems using multimodal data and machine intelligence (AI/ML).
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience applying ML in computational design, architecture, product design, or related domains.
- Strong portfolio showcasing projects at the intersection of design and ML (geometry-driven ML, spatial modeling, design automation).
- Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, PyTorch3D, Open3D, Kaolin
- Parametric surfaces, polygonal meshes, point clouds, voxels, implicit SDFs, format conversion, geometric feature extraction
- Rhino/Grasshopper, Blender, Houdini, Unity, custom CAD/CAM plug-ins, generative design tools, fabrication-ready outputs
- Scalable ML pipelines, data ingestion to deployment, API integration, spatial and visual workflow integration
- Image-based feature extraction, 3D sensor data, time-series data, physical behavior prediction
- LangChain, CrewAI, reinforcement learning, multi-agent systems, autonomous workflows, enterprise automation pipeline
Responsibilities
- Build and deploy ML pipelines in CAD and generative tools for concept exploration and insight generation.
- Curate multi-modal datasets (3D scans, biomechanics, sensor data, consumer insights) and train models for geometry generation, semantic classification, and attribute prediction (fit, flexibility, durability, sustainability).
- Extract and engineer geometric and physical features to enable predictive simulations, reusable design metrics, and measurable performance outcomes.
- Deploy modular API-driven systems; maintain reusable code libraries, parametric definitions, and user guides to ensure scalability and continuity.
- Develop and integrate multi-agent AI systems and workflows to address bottlenecks in manufacturing, product development, and enterprise infrastructure.
- Partner with design, engineering, strategy, IT, e-commerce, and retail to align tools with enterprise goals; drive iteration through prototyping, feedback loops, and adoption support.
Other
- Master’s degree in Architecture, Computational Design, ML, CS, or related field required, Ph.D. is preferred.
- Proven ability to bridge creativity and engineering through computational methods.
- New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K.
- Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates.
- New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).
