As the Senior Textile Engineer on the Product development team, you will play a pivotal role in the growth and success of Ruggable. You will be a creative problem solver and innovative thinker across the Product organization. More specifically, you will work with our internal teams as well as suppliers in the development, problem solving, and testing of new products and materials. The Senior Textile Engineer will be critical in bringing new and innovative solutions to complex problems, and bring... more details
About Ruggable:
Ruggable is a leading direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand based in Los Angeles, California with an extraordinary track record of high, profitable growth. We pride ourselves on having an extremely loyal customer base and a talented team made up of genuinely caring people who take action and deliver results. We are venture-backed and own a patented washable rug design that's disrupting the home décor industry. Our mission is to empower our customers to live vibrantly with beautiful products that don't compromise on function. If you're passionate about consumer products, e-commerce, and high-growth start-ups, keep reading!
Job Summary:
As the Senior Textile Engineer on the Product development team, you will play a pivotal role in the growth and success of Ruggable. You will be a creative problem solver and innovative thinker across the Product organization. More specifically, you will work with our internal teams as well as suppliers in the development, problem solving, and testing of new products and materials. The Senior Textile Engineer will be critical in bringing new and innovative solutions to complex problems, and bringing products from concept, through ideation, and into mass production.
What You’ll Do:
Research, develop, and evaluate textile materials, including fibers, fabrics, and finishes to enhance product performance and achieve target attributes
Design and conduct experiments, tests, and trials to analyze material properties, performance characteristics, and manufacturing processes
Partner with Product Development team and suppliers to troubleshoot technical issues related to material selection, processing, and performance, and implement effective solutions for scaled production
Build and maintain accurate detailed specification packs for handoff to cross-functional teams and manufacturing partners
Develop thorough manufacturing SOPs for our raw materials to harmonize how our suppliers make our products, and to accelerate the development process
Proactively identify gaps in cross-functional team capabilities and knowledge, and work to build these opportunity areas to achieve excellence in technical problem solving
Collaborate with product testing and compliance teams to ensure adherence to industry regulations, standards, and certifications
Evaluate and recommend new technology to unlock new products, materials, and product attributes
Partner with Sourcing to help identify and vet potential partners through trade shows, conferences, and independent research
What You’ll Need to Have:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Textile Science, Materials Engineering, or equivalent program
7+ years of experience in textile engineering, testing, fiber development, product development, or another relevant function
Extensive understanding of textile and yarn manufacturing processes and equipment (e.g., extruding, weaving, tufting, knitting, bonding, washing, finishing, etc.)
Experience managing complex developments with domestic and overseas suppliers
Be naturally curious about textile science, staying current with industry trends, advancements, and best practices in textile engineering, materials science, and manufacturing technology to advance Ruggable’s innovation in the category
Knowledge of ASTM, AATCC, ISO, or other related industry testing standards
Self-start with excellent project management and organizational skills, and ability to own large projects in fast-paced, unstructured environment
Experienced with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint (Google Sheets and Slides)
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to meet with vendors
Preferred:
Advanced degree in Textile Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent program
Experience with CPG/Retail, especially with home products, textiles, or carpeting
Experience with digital textile printing
Compensation:
$100,000 - $140,000 per year base salary
An annual bonus percentage that varies based on level of role
Employer matching (up to 3% of base salary) for company sponsored 401K plan
At Ruggable, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Ruggable is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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