Shoe Technician; m​/f​/d R&D · Vierkirchen

About Us

Rooted in craftsmanship and tradition, our company has been creating premium mountain shoes for generations. With deep ties to alpine culture and a passion for the outdoors, we blend heritage with innovation to deliver products that perform in the most demanding environments. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Shoe Technician, who shares our love for the outdoors and our commitment to excellence.

As a Shoe Technician, you are responsible for developing, adjusting, and optimizing shoe models – with a focus on uppers. You work closely with design, product management, and production teams to transform creative ideas into technically and functionally refined products.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop, adjust, and maintain shoe models with a focus on uppers
• Translate design and construction requirements into functional prototypes and models
• Collaborate closely with design, product management, and production throughout the entire development process
• Create digital and manual models (using CAD systems and traditional craftsmanship)
• Optimize existing models in terms of fit, functionality, and manufacturability
• Take responsibility for sample and prototype development, including technical implementation and quality checks
• Prepare technical documentation and coordinate with national and international production sites

• Completed education as a shoe model maker, shoe technician, or a comparable qualification
• Several years of professional experience in shoe development, ideally in the outdoor or sports footwear sector
• Solid knowledge of model design, last development, and materials science
• Confident handling of CAD systems (e.g. PROCAM Dimensions or similar software)
• Strong craftsmanship skills, spatial awareness, and a good sense of proportions
• Team spirit, initiative, and a structured, solution-oriented way of working
• Good command of English (spoken and written) for communication with international partners
• Fluency in German (B2–C1) is fundamental

• A role within a heritage brand that values tradition, quality, and outdoor passion
• Subsidised company pension program (BaV).
• An international work environment where initiatives are cherished.
• Marvellous colleagues that share a passion for the outdoors and sustainability.
• Subsidised EGYM Wellpass membership with access to over 13.400 fitness studios and sports facilities across Germany for 25 Euro per month.
• Possibility to lease a Job-bike with Job Rad for a value up to 10.000,00 Euro.

Please apply through our career page in English. We review applications on a continuous basis and sometimes our posts close early due to so many all-star applicants - so apply right now!

Hanwag celebrates diversity and is committed to continually striving to create and grow a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We aim to facilitate a safe, fair and kind work environment where all feel welcome and can thrive.