Product Designer – Tactical Nylon Equipment

Shaw Concepts, LLC. is hiring a hands-on Product Designer to take sewn tactical nylon products from early objectives through prototyping, testing, documentation, and manufacturing handoff.

Responsibilities

• Develop product concepts that align with defined objectives and constraints
• Create technical sketches, patterns, and layouts using Adobe Illustrator
• Operate a Laser Cutter to produce parts used in sewing prototypes
• Sew and evaluate functional prototypes for performance and build quality
• Iterate designs through testing and feedback to improve outcomes
• Produce manufacturing tech pack documentation, including patterns, measurements, bills of materials, and assembly instructions
• Collaborate with manufacturing to support consistent production
• Review samples and initial production runs to confirm accuracy and quality
• Maintain organized product files, revisions, and documentation throughout the process

Requirements

• Experience designing and developing physical products
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant programs
• Ability to operate a sewing machine and build prototypes
• Understanding of sewn-product construction and manufacturing
• Strong creativity, problem-solving, and attention to detail
• Ability to create clear production documentation

Technologies

• Adobe Illustrator
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Laser Cutter

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with soft goods, bags, apparel, outdoor equipment, or tactical nylon
• Drawing or illustration skills
• CAD or 3D modeling experience
• 3D-printing or rapid-prototyping experience
• Experience creating technical packages, patterns, or bills of materials
• Familiarity with industrial sewing equipment and technical textiles

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Requirements

• Resume
• Portfolio of creative and manufacturing work

Location: Opelika, AL (onsite) | Salary: USD 50,000 - 75,000 per year