Textile Engineer

Job Title: Textile Engineer

The Textile Engineer will be responsible for leading research, development, and testing efforts to design and optimize textile materials and products. This role involves close collaboration with Marketing, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure the feasibility, quality, and timely development of new products. The successful candidate will have a strong background in textile materials, including fibers, yarn, and fabrics, and will play a crucial role in driving innovation and maintaining high standards in product development.

• Research & Development:

  • Conduct research to design and develop new textile materials and products, optimizing existing ones based on market needs and technological advancements.
  • Study textile materials, such as fibers, yarn, and fabrics, to design high-quality products and determine innovative production techniques.

• Project Coordination:

  • Coordinate R&D efforts with Marketing, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure product and fabric feasibility and manage timelines for product development.
  • Maintain project updates using approved project management tools.

• Analysis & Testing:

  • Select and implement analysis and testing techniques for material characterization and coordinate physical testing of raw materials and finished products to establish comprehensive product specifications.
  • Maintain and update current product specifications.

• Training & Development:

  • Train team members on new products, covering aspects such as raw materials, manufacturing procedures, product specifications, properties, and application-related characteristics.

• Competitive Analysis:

  • Evaluate competitors’ products and materials, including patent information, to establish benchmarks for new product development.

• Problem Solving & Process Improvement:

  • Investigate and resolve work-in-process problems and operational variances, providing troubleshooting support for resolution.
  • Support new business development through leading application development projects and customer interactions.

• Product & Material Certification:

  • Ensure products and materials meet required certifications and approvals by appropriate agencies.

• Material Impact & Performance Analysis:

  • Understand the impact of raw materials, processes, and other external factors on the durability and performance of final products.
  • Link the chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of fabrics, textiles, and flexible composites to product performance, especially in apparel.

• Forensic Analysis:

  • Use forensic analysis tools to understand the impact of textiles on product failure and assess durability risks.

• Supplier Management:

  • Plan manufacturing order releases and follow up with suppliers, manufacturers, and mills to ensure timely and quality production.

• Other Duties:

  • Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Textile Engineering, Textile Technology, or related fields.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 10 years of work experience in textile engineering or a related field.
  • Proven experience in sourcing for apparel and textile manufacturing, particularly in yarn.

• Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of textile materials and production techniques.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
  • Proficiency in project management and analysis tools.