Lead - Pattern Engineer

Zurich, SwitzerlandOn-site

Responsibilities

Prototype Refinement: Lead the transition from digital design to physical sample.
Oversee the prototype refinement process, addressing fit, construction, or performance concerns, and feeding those solutions back into our standard practices.
Conduct training sessions to educate internal teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and precise execution.

In this role, you will bridge the gap between 2D concepts and 3D realities, working closely with Design, Development, Last Engineering, and Manufacturing.
Leverage your deep understanding of sustainable and innovative materials to anticipate how they impact pattern behavior during the manufacturing process.
experience in footwear pattern engineering, demonstrating successful integration of pattern standards into the product development process.
Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in 2D and 3D pattern-making software/CAD tools (e.g., Romans CAD, Dimension, Jevero, MindCAD).
Material & Construction Knowledge: Deep understanding of footwear upper materials, textiles, and modern construction techniques relevant to performance and lifestyle footwear.
Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to promote collaboration, educate team members, and translate technical constraints to creative design teams.

Guide them on adhering to standards while ensuring production feasibility and aligning with the overall design vision.

At On, the perfect fit is engineered, not guessed.
You will champion best practices and precise engineering, ensuring our inline footwear collections deliver the exact fit, performance, and quality our global community expects. Your Mission
Pattern & Last Synergy: Collaborate deeply with the Last Engineering team to ensure upper patterns and footwear lasts complement each other perfectly, optimizing designs for mass production without compromising comfort or aesthetic goals.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Inline Product Designers, Upper Engineers, and Manufacturing teams.
Documentation & Training: Create clear, comprehensive documentation outlining pattern standards.
Continuous Improvement: Regularly assess inline footwear patterns against established standards.
Proactively research and incorporate industry advancements, new construction methods, and software capabilities to elevate our product.
Sustainable Pattern Engineering: Champion On’s sustainability goals by optimizing pattern nesting, material yield, and cutting efficiency to minimize waste.
Mentorship & Strategic Leadership: Lead, mentor, and elevate creation teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning. Your Story Pattern Engineering
Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex fit, comfort, and manufacturability challenges within standardized patterns.