- The Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate position will be based at Beeswift Limited, The Hub, Witton, Birmingham, B6 7EU
- The successful candidate will have full access to Birmingham City University's resources such as offices, labs, and library to complete the KTP project (a workplan has already been written with KPIs and outcome deliverables)
- The Circular Product Design Developer (KTP Associate) will be supervised and mentored by both a lead academic and academic supervisor academics from BCU's College of Jewellery, Fashion and Textiles within the Faculty of Art, Design and Media as well as a company supervisor located at Beeswift Limited who's aim is to assist the Circular Product Developer to deliver the knowledge into the Beeswift Limited and successfully deliver the 27 month KTP project on behalf of Beeswift Limited and Birmingham City University
- Reviewing and addressing existing product ranges and manufacturing methods through life cycle assessment analysis
- Developing strategies to minimise the environmental impact of workwear manufacture and distribution, including product-miles and waste minimisation
- Carbon footprint reduction in existing processes through onshoring manufacture with the potential to upskill the UK and Northern Ireland supplier base
- The investigation and introduction of new circular materials in collaboration with knitting and weaving sub-contractors.
- Working with recycling contractors on potential recycling pathways to introduce new recycling infrastructures in collaboration with waste handling sub-contractors.
- The identification and mapping of suitable closed loop systems for new clothing products and accessories.
- Product testing to determine the wear characteristics, flammability, and comfort of new materials.
- Innovative material research, sourcing and testing of new novel textiles.
- Design and develop new circular workwear ranges.
- To work with existing and new suppliers to overcome new product introduction challenges associate with untried materials.
- Creating system interventions to influence consumer behaviour
- Undertake market research, focus groups and interviews with stakeholders.
- Apply systems thinking synthesis to current manufacturing practices and business processes.
- Commit to the Circular economy principles of designing out waste, reuse, the minimisation of textiles going to landfill and the regeneration of natural systems.
- Implement life cycle analysis to assess product impact and manufacturing methods.
- Develop an in-depth understanding of performance textiles and workwear.
- Prepare and review technical packs and specification documents for sampling.
- Engage with material and product testing in relation to performance requirements.
- Design and develop new product ranges applying sustainable design strategies and systems thinking.
- The Associate must also be adept at applying their knowledge to commercial projects, driving value and making an impact where possible, with an ability to solve problems and create innovative solutions.
- The Associate must have the following key attributes to ensure the project's successful completion.
- A minimum 2:1 undergraduate qualification in Textile Design/ Garment Technologist or similar.
- Knowledge of conducting life cycle analysis of product ranges and business processes.
- Experience in applying sustainable design strategies and circular solutions to product development.
- Understanding of fabrics, materials, and the design of garment in a performance environment.
- Experience of fabric sourcing and testing of materials to determine the wear characteristics, flammability, and comfort.
- Practical experience of pattern cutting and garment design with zero waste processes.
- Excellent communication skills to express ideas effectively, orally, graphically and in writing to articulate complicated matters between the academics and the company project team members.
- An ability to work to tight deadlines (with attention to detail) and maintain high standards of work.
- An ability and aptitude to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team; and self-management and planning skills to make optimum use of time; and
- Strong leadership skills in successfully implementing and embedding new innovations within a company or organisation.
- Experience of inhouse or external testing of performance materials, preferably within a workwear environment.
- Knowledge of PPE and relevant performance sector industry experience, specifically workwear.
- Experience in IP development and protection.
- Knowledge of textiles and hardware within the context of closed material loops.
- Academic acumen to enable successful reporting through research publications in academic journals and marketing/training materials.
- A clean driving license and a willingness to travel to utility contracts throughout the UK.
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Circular Product Design Developer KTP Associate - Birmingham, United Kingdom - Birmingham City University
Description
The Associate will work on:
The role requires the successful candidate to:
Essential:
On a personal note, the Associate should be enthusiastic, motivated, punctual, conscientious, trustworthy and a good team worker.
Interviews to take place w/c 8th July 2024
