Textile Engineer

Onliest LLC; Visakhapatnam; On-site; INR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Onliest LLC is seeking a Textile Engineer specializing in saree construction and weaving technology to design modular, repeatable saree architectures and loom-ready instructions. You will collaborate with weavers, mills, and production teams to translate concepts into production-ready loom programs.

The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of warp/weft behavior, weave structures, and saree fashion constraints, with hands-on experience in CAD, NedGraphics, Textronics, and jacquard programming.

Qualifications

• Experience in weaving theory and saree construction.
• Hands-on sampling, production cycles, and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop weaving construction logic for sarees, including body, border, and blouse sections.
• Design modular saree architecture with repeatable, scalable systems.
• Translate designs into loom-ready formats using CAD and jacquard programming.
• Analyze and optimize warp and weft behavior for fabric outcomes.
• Plan and execute pick structures for body, border, and blouse zones.
• Evaluate loom feasibility and select appropriate weaving technologies.
• Collaborate with weavers, mills, and production teams for sampling and execution.
• Ensure fabric quality, weight distribution, and structural balance.
• Troubleshoot design and production challenges with hands-on experience.
• Bridge design concepts with production execution.

Skills

Weaving construction

Saree architecture

Loom programming

CAD NedGraphics

Jacquard programming

Warp & Weft theory

Modular design

Sampling & production

Education

Textile Engineering or Textile Design degree

Tools

NedGraphics

Textronics

Jacquard weaving looms

Dobby/looms

Job description

Job Title: Textile Engineer (Saree Construction & Weaving Technology)

Company: Onliest LLC

Location: Visakhapatnam

Experience Required: 3–8+ Years

About the Role

Onliest LLC is seeking a highly skilled Textile Engineer with a strong foundation in weaving construction, saree architecture, and loom-based design systems. The ideal candidate will combine technical textile expertise with practical production experience, enabling the development of scalable and repeatable saree designs using modern and traditional weaving technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement weaving construction logic for sarees, including body, border, and blouse sections
• Design and build modular saree architecture with repeatable and scalable design systems
• Translate design concepts into loom-ready formats using CAD and jacquard programming
• Analyze and optimize warp and weft behavior for desired fabric outcomes
• Plan and execute pick structures (body vs border vs blouse zones)
• Evaluate loom feasibility and select appropriate weaving technologies
• Collaborate closely with weavers, mills, and production teams for sampling and execution
• Ensure fabric quality, weight distribution, and structural balance
• Troubleshoot design and production challenges, leveraging hands‑on experience
• Strong foundation in Textile Engineering or Textile Design, with in-depth knowledge of weaving principles and fabric construction
• Expertise in weaving construction and logic thinking, including clear understanding of:
• 1.Warp vs Weft behavior
• Weave structures and fabric performance
• Saree and border construction methodologies
• Proficient in loom technologies and feasibility assessment, including:
• Jacquard, Dobby (electronic), and traditional looms
• Ability to evaluate loom suitability for specific designs
• Understanding of loom behavior and limitations
• Hands‑on experience in CAD and loom translation (Non‑Negotiable):
• NedGraphics
• Textronics
• Jacquard programming
• Ability to convert designs into production-ready loom instructions
• Strong technical knowledge of warp setup and pick planning, including:
• Yarn counts, tension control, and border separation
• Structuring body, border, and blouse sections
• In‑depth understanding of fabric behavior and material sensitivity, including:
• Balance between weave, structure, and weight distribution
• India‑specific saree construction systems and constraints
• Ability to develop repeatable design logic and build modular saree architecture
• Proven experience working with weavers, textile mills, and production teams
• Practical exposure to sampling, production cycles, and troubleshooting failures in weaving
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to bridge design concepts and production execution