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Raw Materials Developer, Footwear

Commerce, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Source and evaluate new materials and technologies (knits, wovens, leather and alternatives, TPU/PU ... Material Engineering & Testing * Define material specifications and test plans (lab and wear) to ...

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Softgoods Prototype Engineer (Wearables / Consumer Hardware)

Purple Drive Technologies

Cupertino, CA • On-site

$44 - $49.25/hr

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

Overview:
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

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