Job Summary
The Senior Technical Pattern Developer is responsible for leading upholstery pattern development for new product introductions, ensuring designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and production-ready. This role collaborates with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, and Design teams to develop accurate patterns, improve product construction, optimize manufacturing processes, and support product development from concept through production.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain pattern development standards, workflows, and documentation.
- Lead upholstery pattern development for new product launches.
- Review product designs and recommend Design for Manufacturing (DFM) improvements.
- Collaborate with engineering and design teams to optimize foam construction, comfort, and manufacturability.
- Review and approve upholstery patterns for quality, structural integrity, and ergonomic performance.
- Convert design concepts, CAD models, and 3D data into production-ready patterns.
- Develop sewing documentation and support automated cutting systems.
- Oversee prototype builds and resolve issues related to seams, fabric fit, foam, and upholstery construction.
- Recommend product improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
- Maintain technical documentation, BOMs, revisions, and pattern records within PLM/PDM systems.
- Identify cost reduction and process improvement opportunities.
- Serve as the technical expert for pattern development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of upholstery patternmaking and fabrication experience.
- Strong knowledge of foam applications, upholstery materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.
- Proficiency with industrial sewing equipment and upholstery tools.
- Experience using patternmaking software such as Optitex, Gerber AccuMark, Lectra, or ExactFlat.
- Ability to interpret sketches, CAD drawings, and 3D models into production-ready patterns.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with 3D patterning software, automotive trim, cost reduction initiatives, and bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
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