INTRO
NexTex AI is building machine-level intelligence for textile manufacturing.
Our platform combines industrial cameras, retrofit sensors, machine data, and AI models to detect textile defects, identify production anomalies, and generate sustainability intelligence across knitting, dyeing, finishing, and quality control operations.
We are looking for a Founding Textile Engineer who understands both the technical realities of textile manufacturing and the challenges that arise across the production process. You will work directly with our AI team, pilot factories, and machine partners to help translate textile expertise into scalable industrial AI solutions.
A strong understanding of knitted fabrics is essential. Our initial focus includes circular knitting production, dyeing, finishing, and fabric inspection processes. Key manufacturing challenges include needle-related defects, needle breaks, vertical needle lines, elastane and Lycra-related distortions, oil stains, stitch irregularities, holes, line defects, machine start-stop anomalies, and other quality deviations that impact fabric performance and production efficiency.
On the dyeing and finishing side, NexTex AI focuses on detecting and understanding shade deviations (ÎE), color consistency issues, process instabilities, re-dye risks, and quality variations that can lead to increased water consumption, energy usage, chemical consumption, reprocessing costs, and fabric waste.
NexTex AI is currently preparing its EXIST startup funding application and collaborates with industrial partners including Terrot Textilmaschinen GmbH in Germany, as well as Ribana Tekstil and Nuryıldız Tekstil in Turkey. These partnerships provide direct access to real production environments, industrial machine fleets, knitting machines, dyeing facilities, finishing operations, textile defect scenarios, and pilot deployment opportunities from day one.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about textile manufacturing, innovation, and helping build the next generation of AI-powered production intelligence for one of the world's largest manufacturing industries.
Tasks
TASKS
âą Work directly with knitting, dyeing, finishing, and quality control operations in industrial textile manufacturing environments
âą Identify, classify, and document textile defects including needle-related defects, needle breaks, elastane and Lycra failures, vertical needle lines, oil stains, stitch irregularities, holes, line defects, and machine-process anomalies
âą Analyze root causes of production issues and support the development of corrective and preventive actions
âą Support the creation and validation of textile defect datasets used for AI model training
âą Collaborate with AI engineers to translate textile production challenges into machine learning and computer vision applications
âą Define textile-specific defect taxonomies, quality standards, and production workflows
âą Support the development of machine-level quality and sustainability KPIs
âą Analyze dyeing and finishing processes, including shade deviations (ÎE), color consistency issues, re-dye risks, and process instabilities
âą Participate in pilot deployments and industrial validation projects at partner factories
âą Work closely with textile manufacturers, machine manufacturers, operators, production managers, and the NexTex AI team
âą Help shape the textile knowledge foundation and product strategy of NexTex AI
BENEFITS
âą Founding team position from day one
âą Equity participation of up to 15%, depending on experience, commitment, and long-term involvement
âą Monthly compensation of approximately âŹ2,500 through the German EXIST Startup Grant program
âą Full health insurance coverage through the EXIST funding program
âą Opportunity for increased compensation following successful completion of the EXIST funding phase and future financing milestones
âą Opportunity to grow into a future Head of Textile Technology or senior leadership role
âą Access to the Berlin startup ecosystem through the EXIST and PRO FIT funding programs
âą Direct access to pilot factories, industrial production environments, and machine manufacturers from day one
âą Collaboration with leading textile manufacturers and machine technology partners
âą Gym membership support
âą Flexible working arrangements, with Berlin preferred and Europe considered for exceptional candidates
âą High ownership and direct impact on company strategy and product development
âą Opportunity to help build a category-defining Industrial AI company for textile manufacturing
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
âą Degree in Textile Engineering, Textile Technology, Textile Management, or a related field
âą Strong understanding of knitted fabric production and circular knitting processes
âą Knowledge of fabric structures including Single Jersey, Rib, Interlock, French Terry, and elastane-containing fabrics
âą Understanding of textile quality control and defect analysis
âą Knowledge of dyeing, finishing, and fabric inspection processes
âą Experience identifying and troubleshooting textile defects and production issues
âą Understanding of shade deviations (ÎE), color consistency, and dyehouse quality challenges
âą Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
âą Ability to work independently and communicate with technical and production teams
âą Fluent English
Nice to Have
âą Experience working in knitting, dyeing, finishing, or fabric production facilities
âą Experience with quality assurance and textile testing
âą Knowledge of GOTS, OCS, OEKO-TEX, or sustainability-related textile standards
âą Interest in AI, Industry 4.0, Smart Manufacturing, and digital transformation
âą Previous startup experience
Benefits
BENEFITS
âą Founding team position from day one
âą Equity participation of up to 15%, depending on experience, commitment, and long-term involvement
âą Monthly compensation of approximately âŹ2,500 through the German EXIST Startup Grant program
âą Full health insurance coverage through the EXIST funding program
âą Opportunity for increased compensation following successful completion of the EXIST funding phase and future financing milestones
âą Opportunity to grow into a future Head of Textile Technology or senior leadership role
âą Access to the Berlin startup ecosystem through the EXIST and PRO FIT funding programs
âą Direct access to pilot factories, industrial production environments, and machine manufacturers from day one
âą Collaboration with leading textile manufacturers and machine technology partners
âą Gym membership support
âą Flexible working arrangements, with Berlin preferred and Europe considered for exceptional candidates
âą High ownership and direct impact on company strategy and product development
âą Opportunity to help build a category-defining Industrial AI company for textile manufacturing
CLOSING
If you are passionate about textile manufacturing, production excellence, and the future of intelligent factories, we would love to hear from you.
This is a unique opportunity to work directly with textile manufacturers, machine producers, and AI engineers while helping build the next generation of AI-powered manufacturing intelligence.
Please include your CV or LinkedIn profile, a short introduction about yourself, and any relevant experience in knitting, dyeing, finishing, quality control, or textile production.
We are particularly interested in people who enjoy solving real production challenges, taking ownership, and helping shape the future of textile manufacturing through technology and innovation.
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