In short

We are seeking a curious and passionate Industrial Designer to join our Running footwear design team at the ON HQ in Zurich. This role offers the amazing opportunity to be involved in the entire product creation process, from initial concept until signing-off the final product. At ON, we believe that by creating exciting, disruptive and purposeful products, design can be decisive to shape the future of running footwear. We offer a creative and inspiring work environment within the ON Design Studio, where you will be working alongside an international team of around 60+ designers.

Your Mission

  • Collaborate with the RnD team to develop innovative running footwear concepts that align with ON’s brand identity and performance standards.
  • Conduct research and gather insights on market trends, materials, and technologies to inform your design decisions.
  • Create detailed sketches, 2D & 3D renderings and physical mockups to communicate and validate your design ideas effectively.
  • Work closely with the development, engineering and strategy teams to ensure your designs meet the performance and consumer needs.
  • Contribute to the overall design team’s creative process by bringing fresh and disruptive ideas and perspectives to your colleagues
  • Maintain awareness of industry & design trends and competitor products to stay ahead in the market.
  • Present design concepts and progress updates to internal stakeholders and management.
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  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera

Your story

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design or related field.
  • Proven experience in product design (3+ years), preferably in the running or sportswear industry.
  • Strong sketching, rendering or 3D modeling skills (proficiency in tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, Rhino, Modo, Zbrush or similar)
  • Understanding of industrial manufacturing processes
  • Hands-on approach in building physical mockups and proof-of-concept prototypes.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, creative environment within a cross-functional product creation team.
  • A passion for running and an understanding of runner’s needs and preferences is definitively a plus.
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The difference is in the detail. So we push boundaries. Mark those marginal gains. All in pursuit of designing ever better looking products. That’s what we do – what’s best today, can be improved tomorrow.

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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

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What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.