Materials Developer

Overview

Placement Type:
Temporary

Salary: $28.80-32 Hourly (up to $32.00/hr)

Start Date:

Jan 19, 2026

We are seeking a Materials Developer expert passionate about bringing cutting‑edge concepts to life to join a pivotal team focused on the evolution of materials, driving innovation from concept to creation. This is a hands‑on development role, not a design position, where your technical expertise will directly influence the future of our products. You will play a critical role in shaping the foundational elements of our next‑generation offerings, ensuring performance, sustainability, and aesthetic excellence.

Your work will directly impact product quality and innovation, collaborating across various functions to transform ideas into tangible, high‑quality materials.

• Lead and contribute to the development of innovative textiles and materials, focusing on technical specifications and performance characteristics.
• Collaborate seamlessly with diverse cross‑functional teams, including product development, engineering, and manufacturing, to integrate new materials into product lines.
• Apply extensive technical knowledge of materials, encompassing yarns, knitting, weaving, dyeing, printing, and finishing techniques, to guide material selection and process optimization.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Textile Science, Materials Engineering).
• Demonstrated experience in textile or material development, with a strong focus on technical application.
• Proven ability to work effectively within complex cross‑functional teams.
• Comprehensive technical understanding of materials, including expertise in yarns, knitting, weaving, dyeing, printing, and finishing techniques.
• Prior experience within a leading global consumer goods or apparel brand is a nice‑to‑have.

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The target hiring compensation range for this role is $28.80 to $32.00 per hour. Compensation is based on several factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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