Apparel Designer - Technical Garment

Klättermusen is looking for a curious, inventive, and technically skilled Apparel Designer specialized in technical garments, with a strong drive for innovation and sustainable product solutions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of creativity, research, and technical precision — transforming ideas and functional challenges into forward‑thinking outdoor equipment.

You will be part of our Åre-based Design Team, where you will explore new constructions, develop innovative design concepts, and support the evolution of our technical apparel. The role focuses on concept work, innovation, and functional improvements — always with durability, responsibility, and user‑driven performance at the core of the work.

This is a role for a designer motivated by exploration, experimentation, and deep product understanding — someone who can push our sustainability ambitions forward while staying true to Klättermusen’s design philosophy. Being a strong team player is essential, as close collaboration with Product Development, Pattern, Materials, and our external partners is part of the everyday workflow.

What you will do

Innovation & Research (Primary Focus)

• Lead research into new construction methods, functional details, and technical garment solutions
• Explore sustainable approaches to increase durability, longevity, and performance
• Create concept studies, mock-ups, prototypes, and innovation samples
• Identify opportunities to improve product performance and circular design
• Translate complex technical challenges into clean, user-centered solutions

Seasonal Design Work

• Support the Product Development Team with technical solutions when required
• Assist with fit improvements, construction ideas, and functional detailing
• Provide structured design proposals for seasonal updates
• Contribute to wear tests, performance evaluations, and functional analysis

Development Support

• Create clear tech packs, BOMs, and instructions
• Collaborate closely with patternmakers and with Production during prototyping and fittings
• Communicate with factories about construction, sampling, and improvements
• Participate in sourcing discussions related to construction and design needs

Internal Communication & Education

• Prepare and deliver seasonal presentations to the broader company
• Develop educational materials explaining design decisions, sustainability aspects, and functional reasoning
• Present research findings, trend insights, and technical innovations
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing around sustainable and technical garment design

Testing & Validation

• Collaborate with testers and Customer Service to ensure long-term durability and reliability of concepts and prototypes

PLM

• Contribute to maintaining structure and clarity in PLM for innovation and development projects

Travel

This position includes travel to:

• Suppliers and factories for development and prototyping
• Inspiration trips for research and exploration
• Field testing trips to evaluate garment performance in real conditions

What you bring

• Degree in Technical Apparel Design, Technical Garment Design, Product Development, Pattern Technology, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in technical apparel design
• Proven experience working with waterproof / seam‑taped garments (required)
• Experience with down or padded construction (highly desired)
• Strong understanding of technical construction, fit, and functional outdoor performance
• Creative and explorative mindset with a passion for problem solving
• High level of organization and ability to structure complex design research
• Confident communicator with the ability to present ideas clearly and visually
• Experience working with BOMs, tech packs, prototypes, and development processes
• A true team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
• Deep interest in outdoor equipment and user-centered design

What Klättermusen offers

• A forward-thinking design environment in a global outdoor brand
• A role centered on innovation, exploration, and sustainable product development
• Close collaboration with international production, sourcing teams, and testing environments
• Opportunities for creative impact and professional growth
• A workplace immersed in the outdoors — Åre is both our home and our testing ground
• Work aligned with our guiding philosophy:
• “Maximum safety for you, minimum impact on nature.”

This is a full-time position based in Åre, starting as soon as possible. Welcome to apply before 24.04.2026.

We only accept applications through this channel. Your application will be stored in our database, and we will contact you if a suitable position becomes available. Applications will be handled on an ongoing basis.