lululemon Pattern Engineer - APAC Product Creation

lululemon; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Generous employee discounts

Fitness/yoga classes

Job summary

lululemon in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced Pattern Maker to take responsibility for fit approval and product management. You will organize daily workloads, collaborate with designers, and ensure accurate pattern use and construction.

The ideal candidate will have a Degree in Patternmaking, 5 – 8 years of industry experience, and a strong teamwork mentality. The role offers an onsite working arrangement with competitive benefits, including employee discounts and development programs.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of performance product and fit.
• Fit Expertise to achieve Best Product and Best Cost.
• Experience in working with manufacturers across Asia.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prioritize daily workload of assigned product.
• Responsible for fit and construction approval from 1st proto to PP sample.
• Mentor the TD team on pattern, fit and grading.

Skills

Patternmaking Degree

5 - 8 years minimum industry experience in pattern making

Understanding of fit, balance, garment construction

Strong team player/collaborator

Expert in Gerber pattern making

Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Illustrator

3D software experience (CLO, Browzwear)

Attention to detail

Education

Patternmaking Degree

Tools

Gerber pattern making software

MS Office

Adobe Illustrator

PLM software

Job description

Description & Requirements

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. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth‑focused environment for our people.

About this team

The APAC Product Creation team is based in the Hong Kong LLO office. We are responsible for APAC product management from initial concepting, through design, development, costing and approval of production. This product covers multiple calendars and works with teams across the business.

Team Alignment: what we do

Inspired by the diversity of the Asia‑Pacific, we bring our expertise to connect, explore and innovate to elevate product to new heights.

Team Alliance: how we do it

We are united as a team that is focused, supportive and harmonious. We are accountable for ourselves and for each other to achieve our full potential.

A day in the life

• Organize and prioritize daily workload of assigned product
• Responsible for fit and construction approval from 1st proto to PP sample
• Develop a close working relationship with APAC Designers to realize their design vision
• Develop complete patterns & markers to achieve Design aesthetic, fit, and construction
• Identify, adjust, and correct fit issues that require pattern corrections
• Effectively communicate and advise APAC teams and vendors on pattern construction
• Create and maintain online library of approved patterns and nests to ensure fit consistency
• Collaborate with factories to ensure their accurate use of patterns both for sampling and production
• Check pattern nests for pattern accuracy and correct grading
• Collaborate with APAC teams to ensure costing excellence
• Participate in fittings with APAC product creation team to realize design, vision, best fit/cost/make
• Mentor the TD team on pattern, fit and grading as required
• 3D image making and correction

Qualifications

• Patternmaking Degree
• 5 - 8 years minimum industry experience in pattern making (preferably development through production)
• 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 able to work against deadlines
• Expert in Gerber pattern making, checking nests and markers
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook), Adobe Illustrator, PLM software
• 3D software experience (CLO, Browzwear) is an asset but not essential
• Experience in working with manufacturers across Asia
• Fit Expertise to achieve Best Product and Best Cost
• Attention to detail, initiative, organization, strong verbal & written communication skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of fabric, construction, draping
• Skilled at technical communication with vendors via pattern diagrams & fit photos
• Expert knowledge of Pattern Grading
• Comprehension of end‑to‑end product life cycle
• Self‑motivated, strong sense of urgency, collaborative mindset
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast paced, cross functional team environment
• Excellent time management, organizational & problem‑solving skills
• Curiosity for change & learning, capable of managing ambiguity
• Participate in fit sessions for all products as required

Must haves

• Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
• Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.
• Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take themselves too seriously.

Additional notes

Authorization to work in Hong Kong SAR is required for this role.

Beyond the paycheck (benefits & perks)

At lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person - body, mind, spirit. Our total rewards program is designed to support you in achieving your goals and focus on the things you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team‑based bonus program, we also offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, parenthood top up program and personal and professional development programs.

Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Work arrangement

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