Performance Apparel Engineer (m/f/d)

Introduction

Lidl-Trek unites two strong brands with one common vision: We want to become the best cycling team in the world and at the same time inspire people worldwide to spend more time on their bikes and live a healthy lifestyle.

Your Tasks

As a Performance Apparel Engineer (m/f/d) for our Lidl-Trek team, you will help shape how performance apparel is technically designed, developed, and optimized to support racing at the highest level.
…more specifically, this means:

• Act as the technical specialist for performance apparel, with responsibility for fabrics, garment construction, pattern making, and finishing techniques
• Development and optimization of UCI-compliant race clothing in close collaboration with the Aerodynamics and Technical leads to meet specific racing conditions
• Translation of aerodynamic test results and performance requirements into concrete technical apparel solutions and measurable performance improvements
• Collaboration with technical apparel partners and textile manufacturers on prototypes and materials for continuous identification of the fastest and most advanced fabrics available
• Management of rider fit processes and technical adjustments using digital tools as well as implementation of athlete feedback in specific product adaptations
• Support of the apparel ordering and procurement process

Your Profile

• Several years of professional experience in technical apparel design, performance
  sportswear, or textile engineering
• Strong understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and performance-driven design
• Conceptual and technical thinking skills combined with a solution-oriented hands-on mentality during development and testing
• Established relationships with fabric suppliers and textile manufacturers are an advantage
• Experience with CLO or similar 3D garment software is a significant plus
• Fluent in English, German is a bonus
• Willingness to travel within Europe (approx. 10–25%)

What we offer

It is important to Lidl that your entry is worthwhile! That's why you'll not only benefit from an environment in which you can drive innovation: Our  onboarding program will prepare you for your role - and a personal mentor will ensure that you get off to a good start in your job, our organization and the region. This will help you settle in quickly - so you can discover the targeted development programs and management training at our headquarters right from the start. We recognize the diverse needs of our colleagues and develop solutions for balancing work and private life. 

Your contact person in recruiting: Nina Leitz