Sustainable Textile Engineer
- Textile / Sustainability
- Milan, Italy (On-site / Hybrid)
- 07/27/2025
- $90.000 - $120.000 /yearly
- Full Time
- Featured
- Urgent
๐งพ Job Description:
VistaTextile is leading the transformation of the fashion industry by merging material science with sustainability to create innovative, eco-conscious textiles. We are seeking a Sustainable Textile Engineer to spearhead the development and refinement of biodegradable fabrics, zero-waste production processes, and circular design strategies. In this role, you will collaborate with R&D teams, supply chain partners, and sustainability experts to design materials that meet both performance and environmental standards. Responsibilities include testing fiber compositions, improving dyeing and finishing processes to reduce water and chemical use, and implementing closed-loop recycling systems. You will also analyze lifecycle assessments to ensure each product meets global eco-certifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in textile engineering, environmental science, or materials chemistry, coupled with a passion for reshaping fashion into a fully sustainable industry. This is an opportunity to be part of a company that not only creates fabrics but also sets new industry benchmarks for environmental responsibility.
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๐ฏ Key Responsibilities:
Design and test new sustainable fabric blends
Lead zero-waste production initiatives
Collaborate with suppliers to reduce environmental impact
Ensure compliance with EU textile sustainability standards
Analyze lifecycle and recyclability of materials
โ Required Skills & Experience:
3+ years in textile engineering or material science
Familiarity with sustainable certifications (e.g. GOTS, OEKO-TEX)
Experience in CAD for textile or pattern design
Strong knowledge of industrial weaving and dyeing
๐งโ๐ผ Job Details:
Type: Full-time
Salary Range: โฌ50,000 โ โฌ65,000 / Year
Hours: 40/week
Job Category: Textile / Sustainability
Qualifications: BSc or MSc in Textile Engineering or related
Skills: Eco fabrics, lifecycle analysis, CAD, supply chain
โ๏ธ Visa Sponsorship & Relocation Support:
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EU Blue Card or local visa sponsorship
โ๏ธ Relocation airfare from any country
๐ก Temporary housing in Milan
๐ Visa & residence permit assistance
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family visa support if relocating dependents
๐ Benefits & Perks:
Annual fashion tech summit access
Textile experimentation budget
Monthly green transport stipend
Flexible Fridays
Paid language classes (Italian or English)
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๐ Apply Now:
Revolutionize the future of fabric at VistaTextile.