Wuxly is a Canadian leader in advanced textile integration, tactical apparel, smart textiles and soft-goods manufacturing—pairing design, pattern engineering, supply chain, and scalable production to deliver for defence and government clients. We operate as the commercial and operational bridge between breakthrough textile technologies and end users—acting as a systems integrator and program manager from concept to delivery. Our work sits in the dual-use arena: mission-ready solutions for Defence & Tactical, extreme cold weather (uniforms, outerwear, shelters, covers, concealment) alongside a growing consumer business, translating that same performance standard into premium outerwear and everyday gear built for real conditions. Our products and programs are executed under ISO 9001/14001 discipline and shaped by performance proven in the world’s harshest environments.

Wuxly is seeking a Design & Technical Product Developer – Interlayer Systems to support the development of insulation and thermal regulation products used in extreme environments. This role contributes to pattern engineering, material integration, and technical development of interlayer garments designed for modular defence systems.

This position is ideal for an early-career professional interested in performance insulation, thermal mapping, and material-driven design within a technical apparel environment.

Responsibilities:
Design & Technical Support

• Support development of insulated garment patterns, including baffling, quilting, and layered constructions
• Assist in translating thermal mapping concepts into functional pattern solutions
• Create and maintain tech packs including insulation specifications, stitch types, and construction methods
• Develop technical flats and construction diagrams in Adobe Illustrator
• Support marker efficiency for bulk insulation materials and complex pattern geometries

Fit, Development & Collaboration

• Participate in fittings with focus on mobility, compression, and layering compatibility
• Document feedback related to thermal performance, fit, and material behavior
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine insulation distribution and garment performance
• Support iterative prototyping and testing cycles

Materials & Sourcing Support

• Assist in sourcing insulation materials (synthetic, down alternatives, aerogels, etc.)
• Maintain material libraries for thermal fabrics and fill technologies
• Support evaluation of thermal efficiency, weight, and packability

Qualifications and Profile We’re Looking For:

• Alignment with, and exemplification of Wuxly’s values (Unequivocal Excellence, Act Like an Owner, Drive Innovation, Row Together, Humble)
• Diploma or degree in Apparel Design, Textile Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in technical apparel development, preferably in insulation or outerwear systems
• Demonstrated experience with complex constructions (e.g., baffling, quilting, multi-layer assemblies)
• Proficiency in Gerber (pattern and marker) and Adobe Illustrator
• Experience developing production-ready tech packs and managing prototype iterations
• Strong understanding of thermal systems, insulation materials, and layering strategies
• Experience translating performance requirements into pattern and construction solutions
• Familiarity with testing standards for thermal performance (preferred)
• Highly detail-oriented with strong technical documentation skills
• Comfortable working in iterative, test-driven development environments
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills