Salary: £32,000 - 72,000 per year Requirements: Degree in Fashion Design, Textiles, or Product Development (advantageous) Proven experience developing protective workwear, including hi-visibility, FR, electric ARC, or high-performance garments Strong understanding of EN standards, GRS certification, design assessments, and technical file submission for certification Knowledge of textile performance, fabric and trim testing for protective wear Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Adobe Illustrator for garment flat CADs Quality control experience, including garment measurement, sizing, and size chart creation Strong interest in sustainability, including fabrics, circularity, end-of-life considerations, and digital product passports Experience working with global supply chains, including Asia, Africa, China, and Europe Comfortable working in a regulated, compliance-driven product environment Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with global suppliers and internal stakeholders Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects and critical paths to meet deadlines Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to process improvement and cost efficiencies Ability to balance technical performance, commercial requirements, and development timelines Responsibilities: Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, innovative materials, and opportunities for product differentiation within the hi-visibility and protective workwear market Research and source new fabrics, ensuring materials meet required safety standards and deliver improvements in performance, sustainability, and cost effectiveness Work closely with third-party testing houses to define, manage, and complete all required testing and garment certification Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) and detailed garment specification technical files and workbooks Produce and maintain Range Plans for internal planning and communication Build, maintain, and submit all required technical files, including test reports and certification documentation Manage the sampling process, including fabric and component testing Plan and run garment fit sessions across multiple product ranges, providing clear feedback to factories Review and approve pre-production samples, including assessment of bulk fabrics and trims Take full responsibility for one of PULSAR®s product collections from design handover to bulk production Analyse sales data to inform new product development, ensuring commercial viability Keep the Product Development Manager updated on development progress Ensure critical paths are maintained to achieve timely product delivery Ensure all products meet relevant industry standards and maintain compliance throughout development Monitor changes in industry standards and regulations Support sourcing and resourcing activities to identify new factory partners Maintain communication with factories to resolve technical queries and ensure manufacturing accuracy Ensure Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams have accurate product information to support commercial activities Provide technical support to Marketing and support product presentations and sales meetings Technologies: Fabric Support Marketing RIS UX UI Design More: We are a UK-based manufacturer of high-visibility protective apparel and professional workwear. We offer a competitive salary ranging from £32-38K, depending on experience, along with a permanent, full-time contract. Our flexible working hours allow for a hybrid model, with one day per week working from home. We value our employees and provide 25 days of holiday (plus an additional 5 days after 10 years of service), a company pension scheme, and free onsite parking. Join our established team and play a key role in developing high-performance protective garments. last updated 5 week of 2026