R&D Textile Coloration Engineer (Swiss, Onisite)

Gramian Consulting Group; Poland; On-site; PLN 413,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Gramian Consultancy is seeking an R&D Textile Coloration Engineer to develop and industrialise dyeing, finishing, and surface-treatment processes for technical textile materials. You will translate customer requirements into practical solutions and manage laboratory and pilot trials for scalable production.

The role combines textile chemistry, colour performance, process development, quality control, and manufacturing scale-up, with on-site work in the Fribourg region and occasional travel

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Textile Technology, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in textile dyeing, coloration, finishing, or fabric treatment.
• Experience developing or scaling laboratory processes for industrial production.
• Knowledge of colour measurement, colour fastness, durability, and textile quality control.
• Experience with natural fibres, yarns, technical textiles, or composite materials.
• Background in automotive, mobility, industrial textiles, or other quality-sensitive applications.
• Professional fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise textile dyeing, coloration, and finishing processes.
• Translate customer specifications into technically feasible material solutions.
• Conduct laboratory trials and evaluate samples against defined requirements.
• Assess colour consistency, UV resistance, durability, and colour fastness.
• Prepare technical documentation, test plans, and quality specifications.
• Coordinate sampling and pilot-production activities with external partners.
• Support the scale-up of laboratory processes into industrial manufacturing.
• Investigate interactions between fibres, chemical treatments, and downstream manufacturing.
• Improve process efficiency, sustainability, and production cost.

Skills

Textile dyeing

Coloration

Finishing

Fabric treatment

Laboratory trials

Quality control

Documentation

Scale-up

Education

Master's in Textile Technology

Job description

Poland

Jul 31, 2026

Gramian Consultancy is a boutique consultancy specializing in IT professional services and engineering talent solutions. With a strong background in software engineering and leadership, we help companies build high-performing teams by matching them with professionals who truly fit their needs.

About the Role

Our client is an innovative materials engineering company developing lightweight and sustainable solutions for demanding industrial applications.

We are looking for an R&D Textile Coloration Engineer to develop and industrialise dyeing, finishing, and surface-treatment processes for technical textile materials. You will translate customer requirements into practical solutions, manage laboratory and pilot trials, and support the transition from initial samples to repeatable serial production. The role combines textile chemistry, colour performance, process development, quality control, and manufacturing scale-up.

LOCATIONS

On-site in the Fribourg region, Switzerland

NOTES

Occasional travel to manufacturing and development partners is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise textile dyeing, coloration, and finishing processes.
• Translate customer specifications into technically feasible material solutions.
• Conduct laboratory trials and evaluate samples against defined requirements.
• Assess colour consistency, UV resistance, durability, and colour fastness.
• Prepare technical documentation, test plans, and quality specifications.
• Coordinate sampling and pilot-production activities with external partners.
• Support the scale-up of laboratory processes into industrial manufacturing.
• Investigate interactions between fibres, chemical treatments, and downstream manufacturing.
• Improve process efficiency, sustainability, and production cost.

• Master’s degree in Textile Technology, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in textile dyeing, coloration, finishing, or fabric treatment.
• Practical experience developing or scaling laboratory processes for industrial production.
• Knowledge of colour measurement, colour fastness, durability, and textile quality control.
• Experience preparing technical documentation and manufacturing specifications.
• Experience with natural fibres, yarns, technical textiles, or composite materials.
• Background in automotive, mobility, industrial textiles, or other quality-sensitive applications.
• Professional fluency in English.
• Availability to work on-site in Switzerland and travel when required.

Gramian Consulting provides expert guidance in strategic planning and operational improvement, helping businesses achieve sustainable growth and enhance performance through tailored solutions and innovative strategies.

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