Pattern Engineer - Women's

lululemon; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 104,600 - 137,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Generous employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Parenthood top‑up

Development course offerings

Mentorship programs

Job summary

lululemon is seeking an experienced Patternmaker to lead pattern development from concept through production for performance apparel. You will refine fits, balance garment construction, and ensure quality across live fittings and factory collaboration.

The role requires strong patternmaking skills, industry experience, and the ability to work with cross‑functional partners. You will participate in fittings, communicate constructively with technical teams, and support development timelines in a

Qualifications

• Patternmaking degree and 5–8 years of industry experience in pattern making, with development through production exposure preferred.
• Strong understanding of fit, balance, garment construction, and fabric reaction.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Illustrator, PLM software, and Gerber Pattern Making.
• Experience with 3D software (CLO, Browzwear) is an asset.
• Willingness to collaborate cross-functionally and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete patterns and cutters to achieve design aesthetic, fit, and construction.
• Identify and correct fit issues and communicate findings to the technical team.
• Collaborate with factories for accurate pattern development and production readiness.
• Assist in live fittings and muslin work to maintain consistent fit and brand standards.
• Participate in fittings and support Technical Developers in pattern validation.

Education

Patternmaking degree

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Adobe Illustrator

PLM software

Gerber Pattern Making

3D software (CLO, Browzwear)

Job description

Who We Are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we’re in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future, including a commitment to an equitable, inclusive, and growth‑focused environment for our people.

About This Team

The Product Development team manages multiple product track development projects from initial concepting, through design, development, and up to the start of production. As part of this team, we are comprised of Pattern Engineers, Technical Developers, and Product Managers. We assist in the creation and commercialization of premium performance products, ensuring they perform for the intended end‑use through garment fit and construction, and meet required quality standards through lab and wear‑testing in accordance with lululemon business goals.

A Day in the Life

• Organize and prioritize daily workload of assigned product
• Develop complete patterns & cutters (legend) to achieve design aesthetic, fit, and construction
• Identify, adjust, and correct fit issues that require pattern corrections
• Effectively communicate and advise technical team and cross‑functional partners on pattern construction
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to monitor and maintain fit & construction to ensure brand consistency
• Collaborate with factories as needed for accurate use of pattern development
• Ability to cut and sew muslins for both live fitting and/or fitting on the form
• Ability to fit on a live model
• Participate in fittings as needed to support Technical Developers in maintaining consistent fit
• Strong analytical thinking, written & verbal communication

Qualifications

• Patternmaking degree
• 5–8 years minimum industry experience in pattern making; performance or similar categories preferred (development through production experience preferred)
• Understanding of fit, balance, garment construction, and fabric reaction
• Strong technical knowledge of performance product and fit (materials/fabric, construction, and body movement)
• Strong team player/collaborator, able to work cross‑functionally
• Knowledge of product creation calendar timelines and ability to work against deadlines
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook), Adobe Illustrator, PLM software, Gerber Pattern Making
• 3D software experience (CLO, Browzwear) is an asset
• Experience with plus‑size market is an asset
• Traveled to and worked with manufacturers across Asia, Americas, and Europe

Must Haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

Additional Notes

Immigration support is potentially available for this role.

Compensation and Benefits Package

Lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay‑for‑performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is $104,600–137,300 CAD annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program and subject to program eligibility requirements.

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top‑up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Workplace Arrangement

Hybrid. In‑person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.