Softgoods Prototype Engineer (Wearables Consumer Hardware)
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Job Location:
Cupertino, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills:
- 8 years of technical work experience
- Hands on experience in softgoods prototype development (textiles silicone polymers leather hybrid constructions)
- Strong knowledge of pattern engineering 2D pattern creation from 3D CAD geometry
- Cut and sew expertise including seam construction stitch types thread selection and tension calibration
- Experience with EVT / DVT prototype builds and rapid iteration cycles
- Solid understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM / DFx) for softgoods
- Experience integrating hardware into softgoods (buckles lugs magnets connectors)
- Familiarity with validation testing (tensile tear abrasion flex sweat/environmental exposure)
- Working knowledge of CAD tools (Rhino SolidWorks Creo or equivalent)
- Ability to collaborate with industrial design mechanical manufacturing and suppliers)
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute high fidelity softgoods prototypes aligned to industrial design intent and functional requirements
- Support material selection and characterization across textiles silicones polymers and coatings
- Create and refine 2D patterns perform digital fit checks and support physical fit validation
- Execute cut and sew trials iterate seams stitches and construction details
- Support EVT and DVT builds including soft tooling for silicone and polymer components
- Perform early DFM/DFx assessments to ensure scalability and manufacturability
- Support prototype validation testing and incorporate feedback into design iterations
- Work closely with cross functional teams and suppliers to resolve prototype issues quickly
- Document prototype learnings and communicate risks trade offs and recommendations clearly
