Prototype Designer
Tata Consultancy Services, Boulder, CO, United States
Job Description
Technical/Functional Skills
• Hands-on experience in softgoods prototype fabrication (textiles, silicone, leather, synthetics, adhesives)
• Strong competence in cut and sew processes, including stitch types, seams, thread selection, and tension calibration
• Experience with bonding, die cutting, lamination, heat forming, and finishing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, patterns, and build instructions
• Familiarity with surface finishing and embellishment: printing, fabric manipulation, microfiber handling
Roles & Responsibilities • Prepare materials and components as per drawings and specifications • Build physical prototypes for phone cases, wallets, straps, bands, and accessories • Execute: o Bonding and stitching operations o Die-cutting and material lamination • Assemble prototypes aligned to ID intent and functional performance • Support rapid build iterations during Assessment, PDF, and early validation phases • Provide hands on inputs to engineers on build feasibility and manufacturability • Maintain build quality, cosmetic standards, and repeatability
Quality & Validation Support • Support fit, comfort, durability, and cosmetic checks during builds • Assist product testing teams during build test iterate loops Generic Managerial Skills, If any • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Self-motivated with excellent time management skills • Committed to meeting stringent deadlines • Proactive driven and result oriented • Ability to find solutions with network
Must Have Soft goods Prototype Development, Textile Engineering, Pattern Engineering, Cut and Sew, Silicone Prototyping, Polymer Prototyping, cut and sew processes , bonding, die cutting, lamination , Bonding and stitching operations , lamination, heat forming Rapid Prototyping,Validation Testing and NPI / New Product Introduction
Pre-Screening Questionnaire
• Experience supporting Lab builds, factory builds or pilot runs • Exposure to hardware integration into softgoods (magnets, connectors, lugs, buckles) • Check availability, appropriate level of relevant experience etc.
Salary Range: $63,400-$65,000 a year #LI-AS3
TCS Employee Benefits Summary
Discretionary Annual Incentive. Comprehensive Medical Cov erage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans. Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves. Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection. Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement. Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays. Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
Roles & Responsibilities • Prepare materials and components as per drawings and specifications • Build physical prototypes for phone cases, wallets, straps, bands, and accessories • Execute: o Bonding and stitching operations o Die-cutting and material lamination • Assemble prototypes aligned to ID intent and functional performance • Support rapid build iterations during Assessment, PDF, and early validation phases • Provide hands on inputs to engineers on build feasibility and manufacturability • Maintain build quality, cosmetic standards, and repeatability
Quality & Validation Support • Support fit, comfort, durability, and cosmetic checks during builds • Assist product testing teams during build test iterate loops Generic Managerial Skills, If any • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Self-motivated with excellent time management skills • Committed to meeting stringent deadlines • Proactive driven and result oriented • Ability to find solutions with network
Must Have Soft goods Prototype Development, Textile Engineering, Pattern Engineering, Cut and Sew, Silicone Prototyping, Polymer Prototyping, cut and sew processes , bonding, die cutting, lamination , Bonding and stitching operations , lamination, heat forming Rapid Prototyping,Validation Testing and NPI / New Product Introduction
Pre-Screening Questionnaire
• Experience supporting Lab builds, factory builds or pilot runs • Exposure to hardware integration into softgoods (magnets, connectors, lugs, buckles) • Check availability, appropriate level of relevant experience etc.
Salary Range: $63,400-$65,000 a year #LI-AS3
TCS Employee Benefits Summary
Discretionary Annual Incentive. Comprehensive Medical Cov erage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans. Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves. Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection. Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement. Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays. Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.