Lead - Pattern Engineer

On AG; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 100.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

On AG is seeking a Lead Pattern Engineer to elevate footwear uppers by establishing pattern standards and turning 2D concepts into 3D realities. You will collaborate with Design, Development, Last Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure fit, performance, and quality across inline collections.

You will develop comprehensive standards, lead prototype refinement, and mentor teams while championing sustainability and production feasibility in a global manufacturing context.

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years of footwear pattern engineering experience.
• Advanced proficiency in 2D/3D pattern-making software/CAD tools (e.g., Romans CAD, Dimension, Jevero, MindCAD).
• Deep understanding of footwear upper materials, textiles, and construction techniques for performance footwear.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for fit and manufacturability within standardized patterns.
• Attention to detail with a precision-driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and cross-cultural collaboration skills.
• Experience collaborating with Tier 1 development facilities and overseas manufacturing partners.

Aufgaben

• Develop, establish, and implement comprehensive pattern standards for inline footwear, including construction methods and quality benchmarks.
• Collaborate with Last Engineering to ensure upper patterns and lasts align for mass production and comfort.
• Lead prototype refinement and feed improvements back into standard practices.
• Guide Inline Product Designers, Upper Engineers, and Manufacturing on adherence to standards and production feasibility.
• Create documentation outlining pattern standards and conduct training sessions for internal teams.
• Continuously assess inline patterns against standards and incorporate new materials and construction methods to improve outcomes.
• Champion sustainability by optimizing pattern nesting and material yield.

Jobbeschreibung

Lead - Pattern Engineer

On AG Vacant since : 11.08.2026 Number of jobs : 1 8005 Zürich (ZH) 100% Immediately Permanent

In shortAt On, the perfect fit is engineered, not guessed. We are looking for a highly skilled Pattern Engineer to elevate our footwear uppers by establishing robust pattern standards and bringing our innovative designs to life. In this role, you will bridge the gap between 2D concepts and 3D realities, working closely with Design, Development, Last Engineering, and Manufacturing. You will champion best practices and precise engineering, ensuring our inline footwear collections deliver the exact fit, performance, and quality our global community expects.

Your Mission

• Pattern Standards & Development: Develop, establish, and implement comprehensive pattern standards for inline footwear, outlining best practices, construction methods, and strict quality benchmarks.
• Pattern & Last Synergy: Collaborate deeply with the Last Engineering team to ensure upper patterns and footwear lasts complement each other perfectly, optimizing designs for mass production without compromising comfort or aesthetic goals.
• Prototype Refinement: Lead the transition from digital design to physical sample. Oversee the prototype refinement process, addressing fit, construction, or performance concerns, and feeding those solutions back into our standard practices.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Inline Product Designers, Upper Engineers, and Manufacturing teams. Guide them on adhering to standards while ensuring production feasibility and aligning with the overall design vision.
• Documentation & Training: Create clear, comprehensive documentation outlining pattern standards. Conduct training sessions to educate internal teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and precise execution.
• Continuous Improvement: Regularly assess inline footwear patterns against established standards. Proactively research and incorporate industry advancements, new construction methods, and software capabilities to elevate our product.
• Sustainable Pattern Engineering: Champion On’s sustainability goals by optimizing pattern nesting, material yield, and cutting efficiency to minimize waste. Leverage your deep understanding of sustainable and innovative materials to anticipate how they impact pattern behavior during the manufacturing process.
• Mentorship & Strategic Leadership: Lead, mentor, and elevate creation teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

Your story

• Pattern Engineering Experience: 8+ years of proven, hands-on experience in footwear pattern engineering, demonstrating successful integration of pattern standards into the product development process.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in 2D and 3D pattern-making software/CAD tools (e.g., Romans CAD, Dimension, Jevero, MindCAD).
• Material & Construction Knowledge: Deep understanding of footwear upper materials, textiles, and modern construction techniques relevant to performance and lifestyle footwear.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex fit, comfort, and manufacturability challenges within standardized patterns.
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous, detail-oriented mindset with an unwavering commitment to precision and quality in pattern execution.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to promote collaboration, educate team members, and translate technical constraints to creative design teams.
• Global Factory Collaboration: Proven track record of collaborating closely with Tier 1 (T1) development facilities and overseas manufacturing partners. Must possess strong cross-cultural communication skills and a willingness to travel internationally to oversee sampling, troubleshoot complex technical issues on the factory floor, and ensure seamless commercialization.

• Work location 8005 Zürich (ZH)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start Immediately
• Employment duration Permanent

• Qualification skilled
• Work experience More than 3 years
• Education Bachelor’s degree from a university or equivalent

• English Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge

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