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Textile Development Professional
POSITION OVERVIEW
The position will focus on product development and new technology platforms to expand the Apparel SBU. The position will report to the Director of Development 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 markets with specific emphasis on the flame resistant textile market. Required travel will be approximately 25-50% to the company’s manufacturing facilities and customer locations.
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Applied understanding of fiber, yarn, weave, dye, finish processes and impact on textile properties
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Design and optimize fabric constructions (fiber, yarn, weave, etc) to meet market performance requirements
Product Development Process:
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Analyze test data (TPP, thermal transfer, strength, shrinkage, durability) to drive product trade-offs and decisions with a data science mindset
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Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, product line management, sourcing, and external partners to deliver successful launches
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Serve as a technical leader and mentor, elevating team capability in woven design, chemical formulations, and development rigor
QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
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Strong textile acumen – fiber, yarn, weave, dyeing, finishing processes and materials
QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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