Textile Development Professional

POSITION OVERVIEW

The position will focus on product development andnew technologyplatforms to expand theApparelSBU. The position will report to theDirector ofDevelopment and will support the overall growth initiatives of the business. The Development Engineer will work with the business and manufacturing partners to create and launch new products in our marketswith specific emphasis on theflame resistanttextile market. Required travel will beapproximately 25-50% to the company's manufacturing facilities and customer locations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Textile Acumen:

• Applied understanding of fiber, yarn, weave, dye, finishprocessesand impact on textile properties

• Design andoptimizefabric constructions (fiber, yarn, weave,etc) to meet market performance requirements

• Demonstrated hands-on experience in textile formulation chemistry andfinishdevelopmentto achieve targeted performance outcomes

Product Development Process:

• Leadendtoenddevelopment of woven textile products from concept through commercialization

• Translate lab concepts into manufacturable specifications, ensuring scalability and process robustness

• Plan and execute manufacturing trials with clear hypotheses, data-driven decisions, and reduced iteration cycles

• Analyze test data (TPP, thermal transfer, strength, shrinkage, durability) to drive product trade-offs and decisionswith a data science mindset

• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, product line management,sourcing, and external partners to deliver successful launches

• Identifyand mitigate technical andscaleuprisks early in the development process

• Serve as a technical leader and mentor, elevating team capability in woven design,chemical formulations, and development rigor

• Engage with suppliers and customers as needed, providing credible technical support and guidance

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• BS in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field

• Strong textile acumen- fiber, yarn, weave, dyeing, finishing processes and materials

• 5+ years of experience in textile product development, with strong emphasis on woven fabricsand textile chemistry

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills

QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

• MS in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field

• Deep understanding of inherent FR fibers and FR chemistry to meet applicable standards

• Apply knowledge of fire service standards and certification requirements to proactively design compliant products

• Proventrack recordof innovative commercialized products in FR, protective, or adjacent markets

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