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Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products thatenhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagramand LinkedIn.
POSITION TITLE
Textile Development Professional - Apparel
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.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Textile Acumen:
Applied understanding of fiber, yarn, weave, dye, finish processes and impact on textile properties
Design and optimize fabric constructions (fiber, yarn, weave, etc) to meet market performance requirements
Demonstrated hands-on experience in textile formulation chemistry and finish development to achieve targeted performance outcomes
Product Development Process:
Lead endtoend development of woven textile products from concept through commercialization
Translate lab concepts into manufacturable specifications, ensuring scalability and process robustness
Plan and execute manufacturing trials with clear hypotheses, data-driven decisions, and reduced iteration cycles
Analyze test data (TPP, thermal transfer, strength, shrinkage, durability) to drive product trade-offs and decisions with a data science mindset
Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, product line management, sourcing, and external partners to deliver successful launches
Identify and mitigate technical and scaleup risks early in the development process
Serve as a technical leader and mentor, elevating team capability in woven design, chemical formulations, and development rigor
Engage with suppliers and customers as needed, providing credible technical support and guidance
QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
BS in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field
Applied understanding of fiber, yarn, weave, dye, finish processes and impact on textile properties
3+ years of experience in textile product development/manufacturing
Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills
QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
MS in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field
Deep understanding of inherent FR fibers and FR chemistry to meet applicable standards
Apply knowledge of fire service standards and certification requirements to proactively design compliant products
Proven track record of innovative commercialized products in FR, protective, or adjacent markets
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