Helly Hansen is looking for a Pattern maker – workwear

Helly Hansen; Oslo; On-site; NOK 560,000 - 730,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on great gear

Flex time agreement

Job summary

Helly Hansen Workwear in Oslo is seeking an experienced Pattern Maker to transform concepts into durable, well-fitting garments. You will collaborate with Design, Product Development, Certification, and supplier partners to meet HH standards of fit, comfort, performance, and quality.

The role is based at our Oslo HQ and involves travel as needed. Ideal candidates hold a Pattern Design degree, have hands-on CAD experience with Gerber Accumark, 3D software, PLM, and proficient in Microsoft Office,

Qualifications

• A degree in Pattern Design or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Documented skills in Gerber Accumark or similar CAD system to efficiently create and modify patterns.
• Knowledge of 3D software.
• Proven experience in a pattern making role in the apparel industry. Preferably sport/outdoor/workwear industry.
• Experience in PLM systems and Microsoft Office programs.
• Good organizational, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Positive attitude, curious and proactive mindset.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, establish and communicate specifications for fit, sizing and construction for allocated styles.
• Create full patterns, block patterns and measurement lists based on needs.
• Plan and participate in fit sessions with developers and designers.
• Contribute to optimize products and materials, targeting cost efficiency.
• Know consumer target groups and maintain fit and size consistency across categories.
• Establish and update grading increments and control graded patterns.
• Travel as necessary for execution of allocated products.

Skills

Pattern design knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

English fluency

Education

Degree in Pattern Design

Tools

Gerber Accumark

3D software

PLM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Founded in Norway in 1877, Helly Hansen continues to develop professional grade apparel that helps people stay and feel alive. Through insights drawn from living and working in the world’s harshest environments, the company has developed a long list of first-to-market innovations, including the first supple waterproof fabrics nearly 150 years ago. Other breakthroughs include the first fleece fabrics in the 1960s, the first technical base layers in the 1970s, made with LIFA® Stay Dry technology, the patented H2Flow™ temperature regulating system, and the revolutionary lighter, warmer LIFALOFT™ insulation. Building on Helly Hansen’s proprietary HELLY TECH® waterproof/breathable system, the technical outdoor brand has most recently introduced the award-winning LIFA INFINITY PRO™ - the company’s most innovative waterproof/breathable technology to date. Helly Hansen is a leader in technical sailing and performance ski apparel, as well as premium workwear. Its uniforms are worn and trusted by more than 55,000 professionals and can be found on Olympians, National Teams, and at more than 200 ski resorts and mountain guiding operations globally. Helly Hansen’s outerwear, base layers, sportswear and footwear are sold in more than 40 countries around the world. To learn more about Helly Hansen’s latest collections, visit www.hellyhansen.com.

Pattern maker – workwear

As Helly Hansen Workwear continues to grow, we are expanding our Product Development Team and are looking for an experienced and passionate Pattern Maker to join us for this full-time, permanent position at our headquarters in Oslo.

At Helly Hansen Workwear, we develop professional-grade garments trusted by workers around the world. As a Pattern Maker, you will play a critical role in transforming product concepts into functional, durable, and well-fitting garments. You and the Pattern Team will collaborate closely with Design, Product Development, Certification Team and our supplier partners to ensure that our products meet the Helly Hansen standards of fit, comfort, performance, and quality.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical garment construction knowledge with a solution-oriented mindset and a passion for creating workwear that performs in demanding working environments.

You will report to Senior Pattern Maker Workwear and Design and Development Director Workwear.

Main Responsibilities Within The Role As a Pattern Maker

• To oversee, establish and communicate all specifications for fit, sizing and construction details for allocated styles.
• To create full patterns, block patterns and measurement lists based on needs.
• To plan, coordinate and take active part in fit sessions for allocated styles together with developers and designers.
• To contribute to optimize products and material consumption and critically review to land on or below price targets.
• To know the consumer target groups and focus on fit silhouettes to achieve and maintain fit and size consistency throughout the categories.
• To establish and update grading increments and measurement points, and control graded patterns for all product types.
• Actively prepare, plan for and travel when necessary for the execution for allocated products.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Pattern Design or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Documented skills in Gerber Accumark or similar CAD system to efficiently create and modify patterns.
• Knowledge of 3D software.
• Proven experience in a pattern making role in the apparel industry. Preferably sport/outdoor/workwear industry.
• Experience in PLM systems and Microsoft Office programs.
• Good organizational, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Positive attitude, curious and proactive mindset.
• Fluent in English.

Who You Are

You are curious, solution-oriented, and motivated by helping bring compliant, high-quality products to market. You enjoy working across teams and are comfortable navigating both technical requirements and business priorities.

Work Environment

• Ability to thrive in a lean, dynamic, high-growth and non-hierarchical environment.
• Ability to work well across functions and diverse communities.
• The role is a full‑time position based at our HQ in Oslo.
• Travel Requirements: Ability to travel, including potential international travel.

We offer

• The opportunity to join a high-performance team within a global brand in growth.
• An ambitious, experienced, dynamic and creative international environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including flex time agreement.
• Discounts on great gear.

This position is a full‑time employment at our Oslo Headquarters.

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