CAD Pattern Developer

Edgecombe Furniture is hiring an experienced CAD Pattern Developer to support accurate, production-ready pattern development for upholstered furniture. This onsite role in Greenville, NC is hands-on, deadline-driven, and built around cross-functional collaboration with Product Development, Sewing, Cutting, Upholstery, Engineering, and Production teams.

In this position, you will develop and maintain digital patterns that help manufacturing teams produce consistent fit and construction while reducing rework and material waste. If you enjoy translating designs and technical details into reliable CAD patterns and improving processes through feedback from prototypes and production, this role is designed for you.

Responsibilities

• Develop, create, digitize, modify, and maintain accurate CAD patterns for upholstered furniture components.
• Translate product designs, technical drawings, measurements, specifications, and physical samples into production-ready patterns.
• Create complete cover patterns for seats, backs, arms, cushions, seat decks, and other upholstered components.
• Adjust construction details such as seam allowances, notches, alignment points, and other elements required for accurate sewing and assembly.
• Generate and optimize cutting layouts and markers to maximize fabric utilization and minimize material waste.
• Collaborate closely with Sewing, Cutting, Upholstery, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure patterns are accurate, practical, and efficient to manufacture.
• Work with production personnel to troubleshoot fit, sewing, cutting, and assembly issues.
• Make timely pattern revisions based on prototype evaluations, production feedback, and design changes.
• Participate in product development, sample reviews, fit evaluations, and new product introductions.
• Ensure patterns and technical documentation are complete, accurate, and ready for production.
• Maintain organized digital pattern files, revisions, specifications, and development records.
• Identify opportunities to improve pattern accuracy, reduce material waste, streamline processes, and minimize rework.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines and shifting production priorities.
• Communicate proactively with supervisors and cross-functional teams regarding progress, technical challenges, and required corrections.
• Own assigned projects from initial development through successful production implementation.

Requirements

• Professional experience in CAD pattern development, pattern making, pattern digitizing, or technical pattern design.
• Experience using Gerber AccuMark, Lectra Modaris, Optitex, Tukatech, or similar CAD pattern-making software.
• Ability to create and modify digital patterns accurately.
• Understanding of pattern construction, measurements, seam allowances, notches, and cutting layouts.
• Knowledge of fabric behavior, sewing construction, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and measurements.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving abilities.
• Efficient working style in a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, including collaboration with production personnel.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow projects through completion.
• Must be available full-time, on-site in Greenville, NC.
• Submit a portfolio or examples of previous CAD pattern development work for consideration.

Technologies

• Gerber AccuMark
• Lectra Modaris
• Optitex
• Tukatech

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Gerber AccuMark.
• Experience independently developing complete patterns from concept through production.
• Background in upholstery, apparel, automotive seating, marine upholstery, textile manufacturing, or industrial sewn products.
• Experience with CAD/CAM systems, marker making, nesting, and fabric cutting optimization.
• Hands-on knowledge of industrial sewing, fabric cutting, or product prototyping.
• Experience collaborating directly with manufacturing or production teams.
• Experience troubleshooting pattern fit and construction issues.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement, production efficiency, and material waste reduction.

Compensation: USD 26 - 30 per hour.