Research And Development Manager

PT Ega Wayang Garmindo; Jakarta Selatan; On-site; IDR 446,400,000 - 781,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Ega Wayang Garmindo is seeking a Senior Textile R&D Manager to lead digital pattern engineering, development, and prototyping for export garment production. You will guide the end-to-end engineering workflow from design intake through laboratory testing to pre-production samples.

You will oversee fabric research, shrinkage testing, colorfastness, and tolerances, ensure final Tech Packs are precise, and manage a team of pattern makers, sample makers, and fabric lab technicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in fashion/garment/ textile engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years in Garment Product Development/R&D with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• In-depth expertise in digital garment pattern construction, grading, and marker making.
• Experience with industrial sewing machine operations.
• Understanding of fabric characteristics, shrinkage management, and textile testing.
• Proficient in developing export-standard Tech Packs and specifications.
• Strong analytical skills for garment construction issues and accurate dimensional measurements.
• Fluent in English for technical correspondence with buyers and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead textile research, digital pattern engineering, and sample prototyping to translate designs into production-ready garments.
• Oversee end-to-end engineering workflow from design reception to lab testing and proto, fit, and pre-production samples.
• Direct fabric research, shrinkage tests, and colorfastness evaluations; set material tolerances prior to cutting.
• Verify final CAD patterns (Optitex), grading, and cutting markers to optimize fabric usage.
• Lead fittings with designers and teams to evaluate wearability and construction stability.
• Instruct design adjustments or alternate methods to prevent defects in mass production.
• Ensure accuracy of final Tech Packs, specs, and garment assembly instructions.
• Manage Sample Room capacity and align prototype handovers with product launches.
• Collaborate with Merchandiser Costing and IE on BOM consumption and sewing durations.
• Mentor Pattern Makers, Sample Makers, and fabric lab staff; maintain equipment in Sample Room.

Skills

Garment Product Development

R&D Management

Technical pattern construction

Grading techniques

Marker making (Optitex/Gerber)

Industrial sewing machine operations

Fabric knowledge (woven & knit)

Tech Packs development

Analytical problem solving

English communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design, Garment Engineering, Textile Engineering, or related engineering field

Tools

Optitex

Gerber

Job description

Bachelor's Degree (S1) in Fashion Design, Garment Engineering, Textile Engineering, or a related engineering field

Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Garment Product Development/R&D, with at least 3 years in a managerial position (Manager or Lead) within export garment manufacturing or large-scale retail fashion

In-depth expertise in digital garment pattern construction, grading techniques, marker making (Optitex/Gerber), and industrial sewing machine operations

Comprehensive understanding of fabric characteristics (woven & knit), material shrinkage management, and basic textile laboratory testing

Proficient in reading, verifying, and developing highly accurate, export-standard technical specification sheets (Tech Packs)

Strong technical analytical skills with the ability to solve garment construction issues, demonstrating decisiveness and high attention to detail regarding dimensional measurements

Fluent in English, both written and spoken, for technical correspondence with international buyers and material vendors

Job Summary

Lead and manage all textile research, digital pattern engineering, and sample prototyping activities to ensure designs are translated into precise, durable, well-fitting garments ready for efficient mass production

Oversee the end-to-end product engineering workflow, from design sketch reception and digital master pattern creation to lab testing and physical sample assembly (Proto, Fit, Pre-Production Sample)

Direct new fabric research, overseeing shrinkage tests, colorfastness evaluations, and the establishment of technical material tolerances prior to the cutting process

Verify and grant final technical approval for digital CAD patterns (Optitex), size grading, and cutting markers to maximize fabric consumption efficiency

Lead fitting sessions with designers and technical teams to evaluate wearability, size proportions, and garment construction stability

Analyze sewing feasibility and proactively instruct design modifications or alternative construction methods to prevent technical defects during mass factory production

Control the absolute accuracy of final Tech Packs, including stitch details, measurement charts/tolerances, and garment assembly instructions

Manage Sample Room capacity and production schedules to ensure all prototype handover targets align with product launch timelines

Collaborate with Merchandiser Costing and Industrial Engineering (IE) teams regarding actual Bill of Materials (BOM) consumption and estimated sewing durations (SAM/SMV)

Mentor, direct, and evaluate the performance of Pattern Makers, Sample Makers, and fabric laboratory technicians

Manage the periodic maintenance of pattern plotters, sample cutting machines, and specialized sewing equipment in the Sample Room

Exercise authority to reject pattern releases or suspend sampling if materials fail laboratory testing (e.g., excessive shrinkage) until pattern adjustments are finalized

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Textiles, Clothing & Accessories 51-100 employees

Founded in October 2017, EGA Garment produces high quality wear for men and women of all ages. The company runs a factory in Jatiuwung Tangerang, serving individuals and businesses. Our production ranges from fashion outfits for all market segments to uniforms and promotional shirts across various industries. EGA Garment puts customers first, values efficiency and produces quality products at affordable prices. As a fresh player, we strive to align today’s needs with the right product selection. Our core values are competitive price, high quality, product uniformity, exceptional customer service, operational excellence, and integrity. We are committed to putting clients at a competitive edge

Founded in October 2017, EGA Garment produces high quality wear for men and women of all ages. The company runs a factory in Jatiuwung Tangerang, serving individuals and businesses. Our production ranges from fashion outfits for all market segments to uniforms and promotional shirts across various industries. EGA Garment puts customers first, values efficiency and produces quality products at affordable prices. As a fresh player, we strive to align today’s needs with the right product selection. Our core values are competitive price, high quality, product uniformity, exceptional customer service, operational excellence, and integrity. We are committed to putting clients at a competitive edge

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