Pattern Maker - Intimate

ABOUT THE ROLE
Crossian is a high-growth technology-driven e-commerce business. Behind our success is our people. As a start-up formed in 2020, we have created a fast-paced and dynamic environment, enabling our people to reach a cumulative average growth rate of over 1000% in the last 3 years. Our mission now is to build direct-to-consumer brands and increase customer lifetime value.
We are seeking a Senior Pattern Engineer with strong hands-on pattern making expertise and digital 3D capability to lead fit accuracy and structural excellence for our intimate categories.
This role is ideal for a pattern professional who understands garment physics, cup geometry, grading logic, and production realities, and is ready to leverage CLO 3D as a technical validation tool to enhance development speed and consistency.
You will play a key role in shaping our brand's fit standards, pattern systems, and size expansion strategy.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Pattern Engineering & Block Development
- Create precise 2D patterns from sketches, tech packs, or draping - ensuring correct balance, proportion, support, and manufacturability.
- Develop and maintain core blocks and slopers for bras and panties, including extended size ranges.
- Translate design intent into structurally sound, production-ready patterns.
- Engineer cup geometry, wire integration, strap positioning, and load distribution for optimal support and comfort.
Pattern Development & Fit Validation
- Lead pattern refinements through Proto → SMS → PP → PPS stages.
- Lead fit sessions across base size and size sets to ensure consistency and comfort.
- Diagnose fit issues using root-cause analysis (pattern vs grading vs material vs construction).
- Review vendor patterns and samples; provide clear technical corrections.
Construction & Technical Guidance:
- Define construction methods, seam allowances, and finishing requirements directly into patterns.
- Provide technical recommendations on fabric behavior, ease requirements, and shaping techniques.
- Partner with sourcing and production to ensure patterns suit factory capabilities.
Grading & Size Expansion:
- Prepare or validate grading rules for base sizes and extended sizes (including plus-size ranges up to 58G size).
- Ensure grading maintains proper proportions and comfort for all customer profiles.
- Review vendor-graded patterns for accuracy and make necessary adjustments.
Quality Assurance & Standardization
- Conduct detailed pattern and sample quality checks before production approval.
- Ensure patterns meet US/EU fit and quality standards.
- Troubleshoot issues arising during sampling or pre-production.
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Fashion Designers, TPDs/Tech Designers, 3D Designers, Product Developers, and Merchandisers.
- Communicate with vendors to clarify pattern construction, corrections, and production feasibility.
- Support Customer Service and Product owners with technical clarity on fit and quality issues.
Customer-Driven Product Improvement
- Analyze customer returns, reviews, and fit-related feedback.
- Update patterns, grading, or construction methods to improve customer satisfaction and reduce returns.