Textile Design Engineer (Textile Industry)
いしょうせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Other Development Engineers
Summary
In the textile industry, a technical position that designs textile patterns (patterns and color schemes), handling everything from sample creation to manufacturing instructions.
Description
Textile design engineers (textile industry) handle pattern design and color coordination for textile products, using CAD for creation, sample prototyping, preparation of manufacturing instruction sheets, and quality control. They analyze market trends and customer needs, consider material characteristics in design, and repeatedly adjust trial weaving in factories, sample book production, and coordination toward commercialization to realize optimal designs. In recent years, with advances in digital printing technology and sustainable materials, knowledge of the latest technologies and materials is also required.
Future Outlook
With advances in sustainable materials and digital printing technology, demand will increase for textile design engineers who possess both material knowledge and digital skills. Even with AI-driven design automation, creativity and advanced design skills based on experience will be emphasized.
Personality Traits
Able to pay attention to details / Curious and inquisitive / Excellent aesthetic sense
Work Style
Business Trips / Factory Attendance / Office Work / Team Projects
Career Path
Junior Designer → Senior Designer → Design Leader → Production Technology Leader
Required Skills
Color Theory / Material and Loom Knowledge / Prototyping Management / Textile CAD
Recommended Skills
3D Simulation / Adobe Creative Suite / Dyeing Technology / Market Trend Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute differences in patterns and colors directly affect product quality. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of coordination and negotiation with customers and manufacturing departments. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because novel design and color ideas are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is minimal. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and studio tasks, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- Color Certification
Aliases
- Textile Designer
- Textile Pattern Engineer
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