Design Assistant

More information can be found about this position and Arc’teryx at:

http://www.arcteryx.com/careers.aspx?article=Design-Assistant

North Vancouver, BC, Canada

Arc’teryx is an energetic and exceptionally innovative company, with over 400 employees. Our ongoing success stems from an uncompromising passion to continuously challenge, and radically improve, the status quo. At the foundation of our organization is a dynamic team of exceptionally talented, fun, and active people.

Our modern head office is located on Vancouver’s picturesque North Shore, near the Second Narrows Bridge. We promote a causal and fun work environment that supports and encourages work-life balance. We also have plenty of parking, a bike room, indoor staff bouldering gym, frequent summer BBQs and other events, as well as a great employee discount.

We are seeking a recent or upcoming grad with a degree in Apparel or Industrial Design, and a passion for outdoor sports, to join our Research and Development team as a Design Assistant. As a Design Assistant, you will support the development of comprehensive design and product solutions that are in line with Arc’teryx design philosophies and customer needs.

Ideally you will have:

* Degree or working towards a degree in Design (Apparel or Industrial), or equivalent design experience
* Avid involvement in and understanding of activities we make products for
* Hands-on experience constructing products, preferably textile-based
* Technical and creative skills to pattern and prototype
* Strong entrepreneurial and innovative mind set
* Excellent communication skills, including written and spoken English
* Excellent time management skills
* Strong planning and organizational skills
* Attendance at tradeshows and company events as required

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

* Assisting Designer in developing patterns and prototypes
* Aid in establishing construction detail and fit concepts with the Designer and sample floor
* Testing various materials for suitability in construction and problem solve
* Working and communicate with Designers, Pattern makers, and Product Developers to see styles through to completion
* Working, communicating, and aiding with Design Engineering to prototype and concept tools required for the manufacture of the final product
* Working closely with Designer to develop standards and ensure consistency across all styles in the line plan, or individual programs within the line plan
* Monitoring prototypes on sample floor and respond to problems as they arise
* Assisting in product illustrations

If this sounds like you, then please apply by forwarding your resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format to hr@arcteryx.com. It is important to quote “1006-DA-Web” in the subject line of your email.

You can expect an email acknowledging the receipt of your submission within 5 days of your initial correspondence.