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Prototype Engineer Apparel(m/w/x)

Herzogenaurach
Full-timeOn-siteExperienced

Cutting and sewing innovative apparel prototypes for a performance sportswear brand. Advanced pattern making and grading skills required. Collaboration with Sample Studio and cross-functional partners.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of pattern making and grading
  • Understanding of garment and material construction
  • Understanding of pattern, material, and manufacturing relationship
  • Advanced cutting and sewing skills
  • Ability to interpret and evaluate designs for pattern execution
  • Team player and communicator
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
  • Ability to work with diverse groups
  • Ability to motivate or guide others
  • Problem solving and innovation skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken)
  • Fluency in German
  • Advanced knowledge of Gerber or similar 2D CAD applications
  • Advanced IT skills (Illustrator, MS Office)
  • Technical/fashion school training in pattern construction/grading
  • "Meisterbrief" or equivalent education
  • First relevant professional experience in garment industry
  • Advanced sewing skills
  • Fluent German
  • Business level English (written and spoken)

Tasks

  • Support physical garment manufacturing for innovative prototypes
  • Cut and sew sample patterns and mock-ups to specifications
  • Collaborate with Sample Studio team and customers on cutting, sewing, and finishing
  • Develop innovative and fit-critical prototypes with cross-functional partners
  • Create pattern layouts following internal cutting rules and cost-relevant reviews
  • Add embellishments like heat transfers, embroideries, and prints to prototypes
  • Advise cross-functional teams on pattern making and sewing processes
  • Test new garment constructions for quality and production capability
  • Support line managers in creating training materials and manuals
  • Mentor and coach team members
  • Coordinate projects and workshops with team members

Work Experience

  • approx. 1 - 4 years

Education

  • Vocational certification

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent
  • GermanNative

Tools & Technologies

  • Gerber
  • Illustrator
  • MS Office
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