MYCOTEX by NEFFA is a fast-growing international startup that is developing a ground breaking automated seamless manufacturing method allowing for custom-made products made from home compostable biomaterials (starting with mycelium). We are transforming the fashion industry by offering a holistic high-tech and sustainable solution for the entire supply chain.
Our R&D team should be further strengthened with a
3D developer / Visual 3D artis, and a
chemist experienced in textiles, leather and/or composite applications
Visual 3D artist / 3D developer
Our design and production department is looking for a new colleague who is skilled in the sphere of 3D modelling to assist our 3D developer in translating our clients’ ideas into 3D moulds suitable for our production method. The job involves strategic geometry build-up which can be altered at any time of the design phase as well as high resolution texturing corresponding to real-life dimensions.
Are you passionate about visualizing the future vision of fashion and interior design? Do you have an eye for detailing and want to bring your digital designs to the real world?
Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to)
- Assist the 3D developer in the design of objects to be produced by our method
- Work with brands toward the realisation of their vision in 3D
- Develop 3D ad 2D patterns suitable for our manufacturing method
- 3D design of both organic and geometric products, especially in sculpting environment (Rhino-grasshopper, Zbrush, Blender, 3dsMax, Maya, Substance 3D Designer, or similar)
- Setting-up virtual scenery for product presentation
- Rendering of realistic product concepts
- Create images (and possibly animations) for our media outlets
Requirements
- Experience with 3D modelling and texturing software (Rhino-grasshopper, Zbrush, Blender, 3dsMax, Maya, Substance 3D Designer or similar)
- Experience in designing for footwear, fashion or interior design
- Organised, yet flexible personality that will thrive in the volatile daily practice of a fast-growing startup where everyone is willing to incidentally take on tasks that are outside of their job description if the situation requires so
- Clear spoken and written communication in English (Dutch is not mandatory)
- Ability to work in Amersfoort, the Netherlands (and in possession of a work permit if applicable
Would be a plus if you have
- Experience with materialization/physical production of your designs (such as 3D printing, vacuum forming, etc.)
- Experience with parametric design
- Basic understanding of graphic design
Our offer: full-time (40 hours)
- An exciting and challenging job at a fast growing startup working on the forefront of fashion innovation
- An opportunity to contribute to the development of a sustainable fashion industry
- An opportunity to make the job your own
- Informal setting within a small team where your input is vital for the progress of the company
- A multi-disciplinary and inclusive work environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
Interested?
Please send your motivation letter, relevant experience and resume in an email to mycotex@neffa.nl
Chemist, with focus on coating and dyeing of next generation materials
Job responsibilities (include but are not limited to)
- Develop an optimised long-term lubricating method for our next gen materials
- Research and test different kind of pigments with our next gen materials
- Develop a dyeing protocol based on these different pigment sources
- Research and test biodegradable or compostable coatings on our next gen materials
- Develop and execute work plans
- Keep an up-to-date lab journal
- Work closely together with the material and 3D development team
- Report progress and adjust work plans accordingly
- Read papers and other information
Job requirements
- Knowledge of and experience with coating, dyeing and lubricating of flexible materials
- HBO+ (material chemistry, polymer science or any other relevant industry)
- Work independently and have a pro-active and hands-on approach
- Clear spoken and written communication in English (Dutch is not mandatory)
- Ability to work in Amersfoort, the Netherlands (and in possession of a work permit if applicable)
Our offer: full-time (40 hours)
- An exciting and challenging job at a fast growing startup working on the forefront of fashion innovation
- An opportunity to contribute to the development of a sustainable fashion industry that is producing locally and eventually on-demand
- An opportunity to make the job your own
- Informal setting within a small team where your input is vital for the progress of the company
- A multi-disciplinary and inclusive work environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
Interested?
Please send your motivation letter, relevant experience and resume in an email to mycotex@neffa.nl
About MYCOTEX by NEFFA
MYCOTEX is the groundbreaking automated seamless manufacturing method allowing for custom-made products made from compostable mushroom roots (mycelium). We solve major issues in the fashion industry: reduce cost, waste, and labour intensity of cut & sew operations; replace plastics and leathers with compostable materials and improve the comfort and fit of fashion products. We are determined to grow the future of fashion by creating the ultimate personalised garment for mass production, and we are on a mission to revolutionise textile materials and production techniques. We believe that changing the way we produce our clothes will have a greater and more immediate impact rather than trying to change consumer behaviour.
MYCOTEX has been granted different awards and grants, with the Global Change Award in 2018 and the GEC Textile Award in 2022 being the highlights. By joining us now, you will have the opportunity to be part of the first team members and set the basis for the success of the company.