Textile Engineer

1. Material & Fabric Expertise:

• Utilize textile engineering knowledge to select appropriate materials such as 1000D nylons, polypro fabrics with PU coatings, EVA foams, and PE splints, ensuring durability and safety.

• Inspect, evaluate and optimize if necessary the stitching techniques to ensure durability and performance of products.

• Conduct quality assessments of fabrics and finished products to ensure they meet industry standards and customer requirements.

• Collaborate with suppliers to address any material-related issues.

• Work on integrating textile materials with mechanical components to ensure optimal performance and safety.
  

2. Product Design & Development:  

• Collaborate with the design team to create, develop, and optimize sporting goods (e.g., helmets, knee pads) using injection molding and other processes.

• Lead the injection molding process for helmets and other gear, ensuring quality in EPS foam and ABS shell manufacturing, including prototyping and testing.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product designs meet performance, safety, and aesthetic requirements.

• Oversee the production process, including manufacturing, assembly, and quality control.

3. Safety Standards & Certifications:

       Ensure all products meet international safety and compliance standards, such as:

• CE-EN 14120:2003+A1:2007, CE-EN 1078

• CPSC 1203, ASTM F-1492, AS/NZS 2063

• CPSIA + Prop 65 for chemical testing
  

4. Quality Assurance & Process Oversight:

• Implement quality control procedures to monitor and improve the performance of textiles and mechanical components.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to fabric quality, stitching, and mechanical performance.

• Manage in-house lab testing for impact resistance, batch quality testing, and ensure products comply with regulatory certifications.

• Oversee the entire production process, from pattern creation and sewing to packaging, ensuring in-house control of all steps for quality efficiency.
  

5. Project Management:

• Manage project timelines and resources to ensure successful project completion.

• Communicate progress and updates to stakeholders, including engineering teams and management.
  

6. Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain detailed records of design changes, testing results, and quality assessments.

• Prepare reports and presentations on project status, challenges, and achievements.
  

7. Tool Making & Customization: Oversee tool-making processes and customization for fabric printing (sublimation/screen printing) and product design enhancements.

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• • Education:
• • Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• • Advanced degrees or certifications in textile technology or mechanical engineering are a plus.
• • Experience:
• • Minimum of 5 years of experience in textile engineering with a focus on fabric quality, stitching techniques and experience in manufacturing sporting goods with a focus on plastics (helmets, knee pads, etc.).
• • Experience in mechanical engineering with a background in product design and development.
• • Proven understanding of international safety standards such as CPSC, CE, ASTM, AS/NZS.
• • Strong expertise in injection molding, fabric selection, and assembly processes, particularly with EVA foams, heavy-duty fabrics, and PE plastics.
    
• • Skills:
• • Strong understanding of textile materials, stitching methods, and fabric quality analysis.
• • Proficiency in mechanical design and analysis, including CAD software.
• • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality control techniques.
• • Familiarity with BSCI audits and compliance.
• • Knowledge of textile printing and fabric customization.
• • Experience with EPS foam injection molding and helmet assembly.
• • Ability to manage the tool-making process for custom molds.
• • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• • Effective communication and project management skills.
• • Willing to travel
• • Proficient in English
    
• • Certifications:
    BSCI certification or familiarity with the audit process is a plus; experience with SGS testing and certification processes is an added advantage.
    
• • Working Conditions:
    Primarily office-based with visits to manufacturing facilities and testing labs.
  
  

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