Mac and Jac/Kensie/Kensie Girl have an immediate opening for a Technical Design Assistant.

The Technical Design Assistant will work closely with the Designers and Technical Designers in a team environment.

This is a full time position with the possibility of growth and advancement to Technical Designer.

My name is Jessica Wilson and i own and operate an ethically minded streetwear company from salt spring island. I am looking for someone to help me build some patterns for sweaters and tanks. www.standupapparel.com

Product Designer – Technical Garments

Position Posting

For 40 years, Mustang Survival has been committed to providing life support solutions for people exposed to the most hazardous environments. Through constant innovation, we have become a leading supplier of survival apparel and other survival solutions to the most demanding military, professional and recreational users. We are a team of inspired, passionate professionals that provide serious products for serious users, and seeking a like-minded individual to join our team as our Product Designer – Technical Garments.

Based out of our Richmond, BC office you will be working in collaboration with our product development team, your responsibilities will be to:

• Work with project engineers and technicians to develop, design and construct innovative product mock-ups/prototypes that meet customer requirements

• Develop, create and maintain product documentation  (base patterns, grading, etc.) to support volume manufacturing

• Modify and update patterns to support continuous product improvement, custom orders and cosmetic changes

Your degree or diploma in Pattern Design/Fashion Design or equivalent work experience is supplemented by a minimum of 3 years related experience. In addition, you possess the following skills:

• Hands on experience with designing and constructing mock-ups and prototypes of technical garments
• Strong knowledge of base pattern making and grading using Gerber’s AccuMark software
• Strong knowledge of fabrics, pattern drafting, fitting, sewing, costing and high volume garment manufacturing techniques
• Excellent communication skills, enabling design discussions with R&D Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and Marketing functions
• Ability to read, understand and interpret technical specifications, standards and drawings
• Understanding of deadlines, ability to manage project schedules and operate within specific deadlines and requirements is critical
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with MS Office
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of ISO9001, quality standards
• Ability to adapt and work well in a continually changing environment

Mustang Survival offers a competitive salary and benefits package, a great working environment, as well as opportunity for personal and professional growth. Please submit your cover letter and resume online at www.mustangsurvival.com/careers by Wednesday, February 24, 2010.

Thank you for your interest in working at Mustang Survival, however, only those qualified will be contacted.