Technical illustrator Jobs in Richmond, BC

Overview

As a Technical Apparel Developer at Velocio, you own the technical lifecycle of our product collection from Design handoff to pre-production approval. This is a highly autonomous role that requires equal parts technical rigor and collaborative approach. You bring curiosity and a deep understanding of the cyclist's experience to the development process, building innovative apparel that genuinely elevates performance on the bike. You will work closely with our manufacturing partners, athletes, and cross-functional teammates to push the boundaries of what technical cycling apparel can be, with sustainability and craftsmanship always in view.

Responsibilities

• The Velocio Product team is unique and dynamic. Everyone carries real ownership, works across the full breadth of the collection, and has direct influence on its direction. For the right person, this is a place to grow and create meaningful impact. We question norms, drive innovation, and hold each other to a high standard. We rely on each other's creativity, independence, and accountability to deliver best-in-class product to the rider each season.
• Own development of product across the Velocio collection, from design handoff through pre-production approval.
• Collaborate with Design to translate athlete insights, trend research, and brand vision into innovative, performance-led apparel solutions that consider materials, construction, fit, and aesthetics as a unified whole.
• Source fabrics, create tech packs, test and validate prototypes, and manage product development within PLM system.
• Drive prototyping, wear testing, and sample approval processes; partner closely with manufacturing teams on pattern development, construction, and fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturing partners, managing development timelines through regular communication and periodic on-site visits.
• Lead SMU, collaboration, and custom project development.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging materials technologies, and competitor activity to continuously evolve the Velocio product range.
• Partner with marketing, sales, and content teams to align product timelines with go-to-market planning.
• Collaborate with athletes and ambassadors to gather real-world performance feedback and integrate insights into future iterations.
• Travel to suppliers, tradeshows, and events as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Apparel/Textile Technical Development or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in technical apparel development, ideally in performance cycling, technical outdoor, or activewear.
• Strong technical foundation: proficiency in patterning, garment construction, and working with high-performance textiles and advanced materials.
• Deep creative ability paired with a structured, iterative approach to problem-solving.
• Experience with cost engineering to meet target cost and margin requirements.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office Suite; experience with PLM systems is a strong asset.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills; thrives in a fast-paced, small-team environment.
• Keen eye for clean aesthetics and a commitment to sustainable practices in materials selection, durability, and circularity.
• A cyclist or passionate sports enthusiast who connects personally with the products they create.
• Ability to travel internationally to visit suppliers, manufacturing partners, and Velocio teams.
• Salary range: Starting at $90,000 CAD with the potential of up to $130,000 CAD, based on experience and skills.
• Eligible for an annual corporate bonus based on company and individual performance.