Position Summary: NAPS México is seeking a Senior Technical Pattern Developer Lead to transform design concepts into production-ready patterns, ensuring precision, comfort, and ease of manufacturing. Key Highlights: 1. Lead the development of patterns for upholstered furniture 2. Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Design teams 3. Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles **NAPS México is seeking a Senior Technical Pattern Developer in Tijuana, Baja California** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ### **About the Company** A leading **furniture design and manufacturing company** recognized for its innovation and craftsmanship is seeking passionate professionals to join its dynamic team. With a strong commitment to quality and design excellence, the company offers an environment where creativity and technical expertise come together to create world\-class products. ### **Position Summary** The company is looking for a **hands\-on, technically skilled Technical Pattern Developer Lead** to drive the end\-to\-end development of upholstered furniture products. This role is pivotal in transforming design concepts into production\-ready patterns, ensuring precision, comfort, and manufacturability. As a key member of the Product Development team, the Technical Pattern Developer Lead will collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Design teams to deliver exceptional products that meet structural, ergonomic, and aesthetic standards. ### **Key Responsibilities** * Lead and mentor pattern makers and developers to achieve project goals, timelines, and quality standards. * Establish best practices, workflows, and documentation for consistency and efficiency. * Review and approve patterns for structural integrity, ergonomic performance, and manufacturability. * Convert design and CAD models into precise patterns with clean seams and smooth finishes. * Collaborate with Engineering and Design to refine foam shapes and densities for optimal fit and comfort. * Oversee prototype builds and resolve pattern issues related to foam, seams, or fabric tension. * Apply **Design for Manufacture (DFM)** principles to assess construction methods and production feasibility. * Optimize foam\-based upholstery patterns for efficient assembly and visual consistency. * Utilize digital patterning, nesting, and grading tools integrated with automated cutting systems. * Manage BOMs, revisions, and technical documentation through PLM/PDM systems. ### **Qualifications** **Required:** * Technical certification in Patternmaking or equivalent. * 5\+ years of experience in upholstery patternmaking and fabrication, including foam applications. * Proficiency in patternmaking software (Optitex, Gerber AccuMark, Lectra, ExactFlat). * Ability to interpret sketches, CAD drawings, and 3D models into accurate production\-ready patterns. * Hands\-on experience with industrial sewing machines and upholstery prototyping materials. **Preferred:** * Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross\-functional teams. * Experience with U.S.\-based consumer product companies. * Familiarity with 3D patterning and visualization software (CLO, Browzwear). * Bilingual in Spanish and English. **Desired Education Level:** Bachelor’s Degree **Desired Experience Level:** Mid-Level **Departmental Function:** Manufacturing / Operations **Industry:** Furniture *This job posting originates from the Talenteca.com job board:* *https://www.talenteca.com/anuncio?j\_id\=6982966c5a00008a005e7094\&source\=indeed