Product Concept Technologist

We’re Pentland Brands: a global family business behind some of the world’s most iconic active and lifestyle brands. We bring integrity, energy and ambition to our work, setting high standards and striving to deliver great outcomes without ego.At Pentland Brands, every role helps move our brands forward. Whether you’re supporting our people, improving our systems, growing our commercial performance, strengthening operations or shaping better ways of working, your impact reaches across a portfolio of iconic brands used by consumers around the world.As a key member of the Rapid Prototyping team, you will be responsible for the pattern cutting & manufacturing of garment samples and product prototypes working with the Design, Development and Innovation teams in Pentland Brands. You will provide an invaluable service to help our creative teams originate and conceptualise their ideas and designs into items to test fit, form and function.What you’ll be doing:Manage projects end-to-end, delivering patterns, prototypes, samples and construction guidelines accurately and within agreed timelines in a busy atelier environment.Lead fit sessions across multiple product categories, supporting technical decision-making and product development through to SMS.Play a key role in bringing (innovation) concepts to life through pattern cutting, advanced prototyping, technical problem-solving and new construction methods, collaborating closely with NPI, Design and Product Development teams to deliver concepts and innovation projects successfully.Maintain prototype, sample and pattern block libraries, as well as sample room materials, equipment and component inventory.Identify and explore new technologies and construction methods, including digital pattern cutting and 3D printing, while supporting solutions for fit, performance and functionality challenges.Support product quality and customer-focused development by working with suppliers, consumer groups and junior team members to improve p