Applied Biomechanics & Human Performance Engineer

Location: Goleta, California, United States; hybrid with office attendance typically three times per week, Tuesday–Thursday.

Salary: $87,900–$118,600 per year in Goleta, California.

Company

hirify.global develops footwear and apparel products, including performance innovations supported by applied research.

What you will do

• Design and conduct biomechanical and human performance research using movement laboratory equipment.
• Lead data collection and maintain proper calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Recruit and schedule testers to support laboratory operations.
• Analyze biomechanical data and develop custom analysis scripts.
• Develop testing protocols for footwear and apparel innovations inside and outside the laboratory.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders, identify suppliers, coordinate new equipment installations, and collaborate on product innovation.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Kinesiology, Sports Science, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in footwear, sports equipment, or human performance research.
• Knowledge of footwear and apparel product testing procedures.
• Experience with force-instrumented treadmills, force plates, pressure insoles, IMUs, motion capture systems, and metabolic carts.
• Experience with Theia, Accupower, Visual3D, Matlab, Python, or R for data processing.
• Advanced biomechanics research, project management, collaboration, and presentation skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive and equitable workplace that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Competitive compensation programs and bonuses.
• Financial planning, health and wellness programs, paid time away, discounts, and other perks.
• Opportunities and support for personal and professional development.