Job Description
Job Overview
The Senior Fabric Structures Designer/Engineer is responsible for the complete technical lifecycle of tension fabric structures and related textile products—from concept and geometry through patterning, engineering, and production-ready files. This role owns the technical design of large-format fabric structures such as event tents, membrane structures, and custom textile enclosures, serving as the internal subject-matter expert for fabric behavior under tension, penalization, seam engineering, and print integration.
Role Boundaries Not a graphic design, CAD drafting, or pattern-making-only role. This is a senior product engineering position specializing in fabric and tensile structures.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Engineering: Develop tension fabric structures (single/twin/multi-pole, clear-span, framed systems) including geometry, seam orientation, and reinforcement zones.
Patterning: Convert 3D surfaces into 2D cutting patterns; create seam maps, reinforcement details, and apply compensation factors for stretch/tension.
Print Preparation: Produce print-ready files; map graphics to curved surfaces; ensure registration, bleed, and consistency.
Manufacturing Support: Generate CAD outputs; assist with prototyping and production troubleshooting; collaborate with fabrication teams.
Product Development: Lead new tent models, expansions, and efficiency improvements.
Team Mentorship: Train and support junior designers.
Authority
Owns technical design decisions, seam layouts, and reinforcement strategies.
Approves production-ready files and prototypes.
Qualifications Required
5+ years in tension fabric structures (tents, membranes, sails, inflatables).
Expertise in patterning, penalization, 3D-to-2D development.
Strong CAD skills (Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.).
Textile CAD (Gerber, Lectra, Opti Tex) preferred.
Adobe Illustrator proficiency.
Deep knowledge of fabric behavior under tension.
Preferred
Experience with architectural/industrial fabrics (Serge Ferrari, Mehler, etc.).
Background in tensile architecture or large event structures.
Familiarity with load design principles and scalable product design.
Education Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Structural, Industrial, Textile, or Architectural Engineering—or equivalent experience.
Performance Expectations
Deliver production-ready designs with minimal rework.
Improve efficiency and reduce material waste.
Launch new products on schedule.
Act as internal technical authority.
Ron can be reached at ron.beverly@ziprecruiter.com or 480-518-9807
What We Offer
A positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Career development opportunities and training programs.
Vacation, PTO, and holiday pay.
Comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, 401K matching, and more!
Join us to be part of something incredible and build your future
Company Description About TopTec Event Tents. TopTec Event Tents designs, manufactures, and distributes frame tents, push-pole tents, large tension tents, custom design tents, and tent accessories for the rental industry.
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Role Boundaries Not a graphic design, CAD drafting, or pattern-making-only role. This is a senior product engineering position specializing in fabric and tensile structures.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Engineering: Develop tension fabric structures (single/twin/multi-pole, clear-span, framed systems) including geometry, seam orientation, and reinforcement zones.
Patterning: Convert 3D surfaces into 2D cutting patterns; create seam maps, reinforcement details, and apply compensation factors for stretch/tension.
Print Preparation: Produce print-ready files; map graphics to curved surfaces; ensure registration, bleed, and consistency.
Manufacturing Support: Generate CAD outputs; assist with prototyping and production troubleshooting; collaborate with fabrication teams.
Product Development: Lead new tent models, expansions, and efficiency improvements.
Team Mentorship: Train and support junior designers.
Authority
Owns technical design decisions, seam layouts, and reinforcement strategies.
Approves production-ready files and prototypes.
Qualifications Required
5+ years in tension fabric structures (tents, membranes, sails, inflatables).
Expertise in patterning, penalization, 3D-to-2D development.
Strong CAD skills (Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.).
Textile CAD (Gerber, Lectra, Opti Tex) preferred.
Adobe Illustrator proficiency.
Deep knowledge of fabric behavior under tension.
Preferred
Experience with architectural/industrial fabrics (Serge Ferrari, Mehler, etc.).
Background in tensile architecture or large event structures.
Familiarity with load design principles and scalable product design.
Education Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Structural, Industrial, Textile, or Architectural Engineering—or equivalent experience.
Performance Expectations
Deliver production-ready designs with minimal rework.
Improve efficiency and reduce material waste.
Launch new products on schedule.
Act as internal technical authority.
Ron can be reached at ron.beverly@ziprecruiter.com or 480-518-9807
What We Offer
A positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Career development opportunities and training programs.
Vacation, PTO, and holiday pay.
Comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, 401K matching, and more!
Join us to be part of something incredible and build your future
Company Description About TopTec Event Tents. TopTec Event Tents designs, manufactures, and distributes frame tents, push-pole tents, large tension tents, custom design tents, and tent accessories for the rental industry.
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