Prototype Assembler​/Fabricator - Engineer

Overview

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.

• Prepare materials and components as per drawings and specifications
• Build physical prototypes for phone cases, wallets, straps, bands, and accessories
• Execute:
  Bonding and stitching operations
• Die-cutting and material lamination
• Assemble prototypes aligned to t 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

• 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

• Support fit, comfort, durability, and cosmetic checks during builds
• Assist product testing teams during build test iterate loops

• Soft goods Prototype Development, Textile Engineering, Pattern Engineering, Cut and Sew, Silicone Prototyping, Polymer Prototyping, rapid prototyping, NPI / New Product Introduction etc.
• Pre-Screening Questionnaire:
  Experience supporting Lab builds, factory builds or pilot runs; exposure to hardware integration into softgoods (magnets, connectors, lugs, buckles)

Salary Range: $63,400-$65,000 a year

TCS Employee Benefits

Summary:

Discretionary Annual Incentive, Comprehensive Medical Coverage, Family Support, Insurance Options, Convenience & Professional Growth, Time Off, Legal & Financial Assistance