Wuxly is a Canadian leader in advanced textile integration, tactical apparel, smart textiles and soft-goods manufacturing—pairing design, pattern engineering, supply chain, and scalable production to deliver for defence and government clients. We operate as the commercial and operational bridge between breakthrough textile technologies and end users—acting as a systems integrator and program manager from concept to delivery. Our work sits in the dual-use arena: mission-ready solutions for Defence & Tactical, extreme cold weather (uniforms, outerwear, shelters, covers, concealment) alongside a growing consumer business, translating that same performance standard into premium outerwear and everyday gear built for real conditions. Our products and programs are executed under ISO 9001/14001 discipline and shaped by performance proven in the world’s harshest environments.
Reporting to Wuxly's Head of Industrial Design, the Pattern Maker + Technical Designer is responsible for transforming product concepts into production-ready patterns and technical packages that meet demanding performance, fit, and manufacturing requirements. Working closely with product development, manufacturing, and supplier partners, this role develops precise patterns, construction details, grading, and technical documentation to ensure high-quality, scalable production across defence, government, and consumer apparel and soft goods programs.
The Opportunity
- Transform product concepts into production-ready patterns and technical documentation.
- Lead pattern development, grading, fit evaluation and construction detailing.
- Partner with Industrial Design, Product Development, Manufacturing and Supply Chain.
- Support Defence, Government, tactical and premium consumer product programs.
What You’ll Get Up To
Pattern Making & Technical Development
- Develop first patterns, production patterns and graded size ranges.
- Create production-ready digital patterns using industry-standard CAD software.
- Optimize fit, mobility, durability, manufacturability and material utilization.
- Refine patterns following fit sessions, prototype reviews, testing and manufacturing feedback.
- Own pattern accuracy and integrity from first prototype through production approval.
Technical Design
- Create clear, production-ready Tech Packs, specifications, BOMs and grading rules.
- Produce technical sketches and construction drawings.
- Maintain accurate revisions and controlled product documentation.
Fit & Product Validation
- Lead fit sessions and prototype reviews.
- Evaluate fit, mobility, comfort, thermal performance and durability.
- Translate test, wearer and factory feedback into pattern and construction improvements.
Manufacturing & Materials
- Work with factories and suppliers to resolve technical issues during sampling and production.
- Review samples for pattern accuracy, construction quality and specification compliance.
- Develop solutions for waterproof laminates, insulation systems and advanced technical textiles.
- Improve construction efficiency, material yield and production consistency.
Quality & Collaboration
- Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Sourcing, Manufacturing and Quality.
- Maintain document control for patterns, grading, specifications and Tech Packs.
- Support ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 processes.
- Standardize pattern libraries, grading rules and construction methods.
AI & Digital Innovation
- Use AI responsibly to improve technical design, documentation, research and workflow efficiency.
- Identify opportunities to automate repetitive work while maintaining accuracy and human oversight.
- Support adoption of digital tools that improve development speed and collaboration.
Skills & Qualifications Required
- Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Apparel Design, Pattern Making, Industrial Design or a related discipline.
- 7–10 years of experience in technical design, pattern making or apparel development.
- Advanced knowledge of garment construction, pattern development, grading, fit analysis and technical outerwear construction.
- Demonstrated experience developing production-ready Tech Packs and technical documentation.
- Strong understanding of apparel manufacturing methods, production processes and quality requirements.
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, communication and document-control discipline.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Software & Digital Tools
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Experience using PAD or a comparable Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform.
- Experience with digital pattern-making software such as Gerber, Lectra, Optitex, CLO 3D or equivalent.
- Experience with digital document management, version control and responsible use of AI-enabled tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical outerwear, tactical or military apparel, performance sportswear, workwear or PPE.
- Extreme cold-weather systems, waterproof or seam-sealed construction, and insulated products.
- Experience with soft goods, shelters, textile systems or concealment products.
- Canadian and/or international manufacturing experience.
- Defence, Government or other regulated product-development experience.
- Wuxly may use AI to assist in the initial screening stage of the recruitment process - however, Humans will be the primary reviewer of applications.
- Wuxly values diversity in our team, as well as in our customers, suppliers and others. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, or disability.
- Wuxly welcomes and encourages applications from everyone. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you would like to request a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please advise the Recruiter or Human Resources Associate when you are selected to participate in the recruitment process.
- Wuxly is committed to doing business with local manufacturers, vendors, and partners, and to be leaders in the efforts to re-shore manufacturing in Ontario and Canada. Wuxly prioritizes recruiting and hiring local talent into positions to lead these initiatives, and are committed to being positive corporate citizens within our community.
