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Pattern Maker / Sample Engineer – Apparel Standards Team
Requisition ID: 16797-1
Location: Beaverton, OR – Fully Onsite (Monday–Friday)
Employment Type: Contract (3 months / ETW)
About The Role
The Apparel Standards team within a global product creation organization is seeking an experienced Pattern Maker / Sample Engineer to support upcoming high-priority 2026 development initiatives. This role is highly hands-on and sits at the intersection of technical design, product development, and physical sample creation.
You will be responsible for transforming design intent into functional apparel through expert pattern making, garment construction, and iterative sample development in a studio environment.
What You’ll Do
This is a unique opportunity to directly shape apparel innovation by turning design concepts into real, functional product samples. The role is highly execution-focused and ideal for a seasoned pattern maker who thrives in a collaborative studio environment and enjoys bringing ideas to life through hands-on craftsmanship.
Client Description
Global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Our client focuses on innovation, performance, and marketing, partnering with top athletes and teams. The company emphasizes sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.
Requisition ID: 16797-1
Location: Beaverton, OR – Fully Onsite (Monday–Friday)
Employment Type: Contract (3 months / ETW)
About The Role
The Apparel Standards team within a global product creation organization is seeking an experienced Pattern Maker / Sample Engineer to support upcoming high-priority 2026 development initiatives. This role is highly hands-on and sits at the intersection of technical design, product development, and physical sample creation.
You will be responsible for transforming design intent into functional apparel through expert pattern making, garment construction, and iterative sample development in a studio environment.
What You’ll Do
- Develop, engineer, and refine advanced apparel patterns based on design specifications
- Cut, sew, and assemble garment samples in a hands-on studio setting
- Translate creative concepts into accurate, production-ready patterns
- Collaborate closely with designers and technical developers to iterate on fit and construction
- Participate in fit sessions and adjust patterns based on feedback
- Support end-to-end sample development from concept through final validation
- Maintain quality, precision, and consistency across multiple active projects
- 5–10 years of advanced pattern making experience in the apparel industry
- Strong hands-on sewing and garment construction skills (must be comfortable operating sewing and embroidery machines)
- Deep expertise in flat pattern making, garment construction, and technical apparel development
- Proficiency with Optitex or similar CAD tools (Gerber, CLO, Browzwear acceptable)
- Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator for technical flats and pattern development
- Experience supporting full product development lifecycle (concept → sample → refinement)
- Strong attention to detail with ability to interpret design intent into technical execution
- Ability to manage multiple samples and priorities in a fast-paced studio environment
- Experience in apparel product creation, technical design, or innovation studio environments
- Familiarity with fit sessions, SOPs, and iterative apparel development workflows
- Exposure to performance or lifestyle apparel categories
- Strong collaboration skills across design, development, and technical teams
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in Apparel Design, Textile Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Must be local to Portland, OR and able to work onsite full-time (Monday–Friday)
- Role requires comfort working in a hands-on, physical studio environment involving garment construction and sampling
This is a unique opportunity to directly shape apparel innovation by turning design concepts into real, functional product samples. The role is highly execution-focused and ideal for a seasoned pattern maker who thrives in a collaborative studio environment and enjoys bringing ideas to life through hands-on craftsmanship.
Client Description
Global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Our client focuses on innovation, performance, and marketing, partnering with top athletes and teams. The company emphasizes sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.
Salary : $50 - $55