Textile Development Engineer

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Job Description Textile Development Engineer Req Id: 2159 State/Province: Guangdong City: Business: Gore Fabrics Category: Engineering,

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OtherDevelopment Engineer

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Textile Development Engineer

Req Id: 2159

State/Province: Guangdong

City:

Business: Gore Fabrics

Category: Engineering, Scientists & Technicians

Sub-Category: Engineering

Experience Level: Experienced

Work Arrangement: On-site

Posting Start Date: 8/27/26

Posting End Date: 11/30/26

About the Role

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We are looking for a Textile Development Engineer to join our Fabrics R&D Team in Shenzhen FTZ plant who will work with global cross functional team and Asia Pacific textile manufacturers to drive new textile and laminate fabric development from concept through commercialization.

This role will be located at our facility in Shenzhen, China.

Responsibilities

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→Partner with textile vendors, global and local product development teams to develop high performance textiles.
→Explore textile innovation from existing supply chain and textile industry to drive innovative textile development.
→Understand existing vendors’ capability and identify the right partner for textile feasibility study, develop prototypes, troubleshoot technical issues, establish and align textile specifications.
→Identify unique textile innovation and patent opportunities to support the enterprise IP processes.
→Work with cross functional teams to develop and validate internal lamination processes, assess final laminate performance, and establish specifications.
→Apply disciplined project practices to prioritize, execute and document the work.

Requirements

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Bachelor or advanced degree, major in textile related areas fields with minimal 5 years solid work experience on new textile development and synthetic fibers (recycled & virgin nylon, polyester, sustainable textiles etc).
In–depth knowledge of fiber & yarn, weaving & knitting, dyeing & finishing, inspection.
Self-motivated and self-directed, comfortable working in a rapid paced environment.
Excellent communication in both English and Mandarin (Written and Verbal).
Good project management skills including ability to communicate with cross-functional teams, multi-task, prioritize and deliver result.
Able to identify technical uncertainties, propose resolving hypothesis and build plans to verify.
Ability to travel up to 10%

Experience in coordinating multiple vendors and developing strong relationship with them
Experience in Statistical tools, example of DoE, validation etc

What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

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For over 65 years, Gore has improved lives through discovery, product innovation and rewarding careers for Associates. We push the boundaries of what's possible — not just through our products and technologies but also through individual growth and development.

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. Our Associates build on a rich history of innovation, upholding Gore’s values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

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