Mindlance · 1 week ago
Product Design and Development - Product Development Engineer 3
Beaverton, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMindlance is a company in the apparel industry looking for a Lead Technical Designer to join their Apparel Standards team. This role involves advanced patternmaking, hands-on sample creation, and studio leadership to deliver high-quality apparel solutions for cross-functional product teams.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Lead patternmaking, sample making, and fit execution for studio-supported apparel projects, ensuring alignment with project briefs and corporate guidelines
Identify and address key opportunities in pattern, construction, and manufacturing, recommending solutions that improve product fit, quality, and manufacturability
Partner with studio leadership to track and facilitate project review meetings and maintain momentum on multiple concurrent initiatives
Provide hands-on expertise in sewing, embroidery, garment construction, and use of studio equipment within the Apparel Maker Space, Olive St Studio
Develop and lead studio-based trainings and workshops, including creating/writing programming and supporting events in the maker space
Plan and help maintain studio inventories, assets, and supplies, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment
Organize and schedule sewing machine and related equipment maintenance to keep the studio fully operational
Collaborate closely with Design, Product Management, PCC, materials, and manufacturing teams to execute on product development and fit goals
Act as project lead and liaison for the majority of studio-supported projects, supporting SOP development and continuous improvement of studio processes
Travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time for fast-paced projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in apparel design, textile science, or related field (or equivalent product creation experience in lieu of degree)
5–10 years of advanced patternmaking or technical design experience in the apparel industry, including experience from inception through production
Proven expertise in patternmaking, sewing, embroidery, and garment construction, with willingness to work hands-on creating patterns and physical products
Strong comfort working with sewing and embroidery machines in a studio/maker space environment
Proficiency with Optitex (or similar CAD pattern design software), flat patterning, and Adobe Illustrator
Strong problem-solving, organization, and communication skills, with experience interpreting design intent and offering technical alternatives
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, fluid, and creative environment
Preferred
Experience with 3D software such as Clo or Browzwear
Experience working with factory vendors to improve manufacturability, costing, and quality
Prior experience in an apparel maker space or similar innovation studio environment
Experience developing SOPs, workshop content, and training materials for technical or creative teams
Company
Mindlance
Mindlance is a Staffing and Recruiting company which provides multi-vertical staffing services
1001-5000 employees
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