Materials Innovation Developer, PRO – Advanced Concepts at Arcteryx.com

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX: As the Materials Innovation Developer, PRO – Advanced Concepts, you research, source and develop novel, innovative materials used in industry-leading apparel/equipment for the professional user (guides, search & rescue, special operation forces). You work ahead of the Product Operations calendar on difficult-to-execute material and trim developments, driven by a combination of design-based briefs, insights/foresight, personal expertise and technology-scouting. The role also interfaces with numerous functions: Design, Supply Chain, Global Product/Merchandising, acting as the central source of truth and expertise across the material technologies utilized and emerging in the PRO category. This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is expected to be performed on-location.   Meet Your Future Team: The Advanced Concepts team drives breakthrough innovation in snow, trail and climb for the mountain athlete everywhere. Fueled by curiosity, we take a holistic approach to identifying future needs and tangible solutions across advanced materials, products, technologies, and experiences. We are a team of builders, problem solvers and outdoor enthusiasts. Our in-house end-to-end capabilities in research, engineering, design, development, digital and validation allow us to innovate head-to-toe solutions that bring the coast mountain experience to the world. Our unique methodology, mindset of sustainability and fanatic passion for product are at the heart of what we do. If you were in the Materials Innovation Developer, PRO – Advanced Concepts role now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing: • Evaluate current and potential future supply chain partners with advanced manufacturing and finishing capabilities • Developing and managing strategic relationships with external innovation partners, suppliers and stakeholders • Develop bespoke and novel protective textiles utilizing the latest in fiber, yarn, knitting/weaving, printing and finishing technologies • Develop innovative material platform technologies • Translate insights from business partners, athletes and professional users into achievable material properties • Envisioning and developing innovative materials in collaboration with Advanced Concepts and Design teams; considering product functionality, aesthetics, sustainability and circularity • Provide knowledge and consultation to cross functional partners on the landscape, limitations, and future possibilities of protective textile technologies. • Collaborating with the Raw Materials, Compliance and Quality teams to ensure innovation research has supply chain relevance and feasibility • Ensuring operational excellence through the implementation and commercialization of materials deliverables against the Go To Market (GTM) calendar dates and gates • Designing, evaluating and reporting on field tests, lab tests and vendor supplied materials data to make decisions through consultation on inclusion or improvements • Collaborating with universities, labs, and other industry organizations to push forward new technologies • Contributing to areas beyond materials, in advanced concept practices and processes throughout development, design and manufacturing • Providing guidance and recommendations to Design and Materials teams on material direction, suitability and innovation, monitoring and assisting with material needs during product creation cycles • Providing materials expertise and recommendations through consultations with various teams, establishing SOP or guidance for technology transfer • Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of performance and sustainable textile industry trends, continuously building textile expertise and a network of contacts within the industry • Navigating, contributing to and maintaining a robust Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio, proprietary solutions and exclusivity on materials projects in partnership with the Legal team • Partnering with the Innovation Operations team on materials specific resourcing opportunities including funding, academic and internship programs (SR&ED, IRAP, NRC, MITACS and so forth), including registering own hours Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future: • Initiating bespoke joint developments with a range of material partnerships, at or beyond Tier 2 level suppliers • Creating and coordinating a cadence of material redesigns and innovations for key product franchises • Transferring technologies developed within the Advanced Concepts team to supply chain partners • Establishing a material-led design process for early adoption of unbriefed innovation opportunities Are you our next Materials Innovation Developer, PRO – Advanced Concepts? • You have a degree in textile engineering, materials science or a related field • You have 4+ years’ experience in material development for military, industrial (incl. aerospace, biomedical), and/or outdoor equipment applications - creating proprietary, exclusive, and bespoke technological solutions for extreme/demanding applications • You have experience working with, developing, and commercializing novel functional textile treatments like fire retardancy, water repellency, insect or other biological hazard repellency, wicking, cooling, anti-static and multi-spectral signature management (LWIR, NIR, SWIR, etc.) • You have worked with textile supply chain partners in various geographic regions • You have a working understanding or knowledge around Trade Agreements Act compliance or similar sourcing restrictions related to specific industries • You can create and execute custom material testing protocols, methods, operate apparatus, and analyze/communicate results to non-technical colleagues • You have extensive knowledge of textile manufacturing, including spinning, weaving/knitting, finishing, dyeing and printing • You have experiencing researching new and emerging material technology from various industries • You have experience using PLM, ERP or other product/BOM creation systems (such as Centric, ENOVIA, SAP, etc.) • You are a problem-solver with a high degree of self-drive and optimism • You are an effective and empathetic communicator of complex concepts to a wide range of audiences • You are detail-oriented and follow-through on commitments to do what is right, and you strive for continuous improvement • You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity • You work effectively with diverse teams and cultures (both internally and externally) • You have strong organizational skills, with the ability to balance multiple tasks within tight deadlines • You are proficient in the use of Microsoft Office • You have the physical ability to handle small boxes and rolls of fabric, etc. • Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it Compensation: The salary range for this role is CAD$94,000 - CAD$124,000 Total Rewards Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.  We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team.  In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life:  Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).