Wearables Designer Job Description Location | The National Robotarium, Edinburgh Type of Work | On-site / hybrid Salary | Depending on experience. Contract Type | 12 month fixed term contract (contract to be reviewed after 6months to establish whether there will be a contract extension or transition to permanent employee) Start Date | May-June 2025 About the Job Bioliberty is a multi-award winning technology start up, developing rehabilitative robotic solutions, for those with stroke, hand trauma and degenerative diseases. We are developing our first product, Lifeglov, which is a soft robotic glove to assess hand mobility and perform resistance training for rehabilitation. We are a seed stage company who have secured over £4.5m in public and private funding to develop our technology. We are working with some of the top rehabilitation clinics in the US to drive forward our technology adoption and deliver unparalleled patient outcomes from hospital to home. By joining Bioliberty you will have the opportunity to be part of a high growth start up, working on cutting edge technology, with high impact to humans and society. This role will be based at our office in the National Robotarium – a world leading centre for robotics and home of global leaders in artificial intelligence and autonomous systems. You will work closely with Bioliberty’s hardware team to develop of our next range of wearable products. You will be responsible for designing, prototyping and developing garments that will work seamlessly with soft robotic solutions. The garments and products you will be creating will likely be industry firsts in wearable medical device robotics so you will need a strong background in innovation and a focus on pushing the boundaries of how garments are used to create functional and beautiful wearable products. Who you are… • Comprehensive understanding of fabric and textile material properties and potential functional uses. • Excellent garment prototyping skills. • Extensive knowledge of garment production, manufacturing and construction methods. • Understanding of pattern making and cutting. • Creative eye for design. • Innovative approach to problem solving. • Experienced in developing garments that have a high-level of functional operation. • Practical experience in using CAD design software (Adobe Creative Cloud, Optitex 2D, etc.) to capture the technical elements garments. What you’ll be doing… • Physically prototyping and developing Bioliberty’s next range of wearable products. • Working with patients who have mobility challenges and understanding their needs. • Developing wearable medical devices that compliment and work seamlessly with Bioliberty’s soft robotics. • R&D on materials, pattern making and construction methods of garments to address different functional requirements of moving different body parts of someone with mobility impairment. • Collaborating with other Bioliberty product designers to create a functional wearable medical device that meets end-user needs. • Creating garment specifications and assembly documentation for use by manufacturers. • Liaising with suppliers to ensure that all new products are developed within agreed technical standards. Candidate Requirements… • University degree in relevant fashion industry field. • Practical/hands-on industry experience. • Expert knowledge of garment development, construction, sizing and fit. • Strong knowledge of fabric and pattern development. • Practical industry experience of using Illustrator or Photoshop to create garment specifications. • Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers. • Curious mindset with an anything is possible attitude. What we offer… • A competitive salary and benefits package (depending on experience). • Be part of a passionate, high performing team working to improve the lives of many. • Cross-functional team working with specialists world-wide both in industry and academia. • Private medical insurance. • Company pension. • Flexible working environment and hours: hybrid working and flexi schedule. • Office located in the National Robotarium Edinburgh. • Opportunities to travel for work to conferences, suppliers, customers, events as required. • Cycle to work scheme. • Development: Upskilling and development budget • Holidays: 32 days paid leave including public holidays To apply for this position please respond to this listing with your CV, portfolio and a short cover letter through the button below.