Textile Designer

Senior Textile Designer Woven Textiles & Rugs

V-Weave | Panipat, Haryana | Full-Time | On-Site

About V-Weave

V-Weave is a design-led manufacturer of contemporary home textiles crafted on traditional handlooms. Based in Panipat, our family business has worked with skilled artisans for over seven decades to develop rugs, cushions, and throws using natural materials such as wool and jute.

Our focus lies in translating heritage craftsmanship into modern products for leading international design brands and retailers.

We are building a strong internal design culture and are looking for a Senior Textile Designer who can contribute meaningfully to product development while working closely with artisans, sampling teams, and production.

Role Overview

This role requires a designer who is comfortable balancing creative design thinking with practical product development.

The position involves developing woven textile concepts, guiding sampling and loom development, coordinating with internal teams, and delivering developments within tight timelines for international clients.

The ideal candidate is stable, organized, and capable of working under pressure while maintaining high design standards.

We are looking for someone who is committed to building a long-term career with the company and is comfortable working in a fast-paced development environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Concept Development

Develop original woven textile concepts for rugs, cushions, and throws

Create designs focused on texture, material combinations, and weave structures

Prepare CADs, colorways, and technical design specifications

Contribute to seasonal design directions aligned with international interiors and home textile trends

Sampling & Product Development

Work closely with sampling teams and weavers to translate designs into physical samples

Guide yarn selection, weave structures, and finishing techniques

Review and refine samples to achieve the intended texture, hand feel, and color balance

Ensure designs are feasible for handloom production

Team Leadership & Coordination

Guide and support junior designers and sampling teams

Coordinate multiple developments simultaneously and ensure timelines are met

Maintain strong communication between design, sampling, and production teams

Client Development

Interpret buyer briefs and reference material and translate them into workable textile designs

Support preparation of design presentations and development proposals for international clients

Adapt designs based on feedback while maintaining production practicality

Research & Innovation

Conduct research on materials, weaving techniques, and global home textile trends

Explore new yarn blends, textures, and constructions suitable for handloom production

Contribute to the development of new collections and product categories

Candidate Profile

Minimum 5 years of experience in textile design, preferably in home textiles

Strong understanding of woven textile structures, yarns, and materials

Experience working with sampling teams and product development environments

Ability to manage multiple developments simultaneously and perform under pressure

Strong leadership and team coordination skills

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

Strong sense of color, texture, and material combinations

Practical, solution-oriented mindset with attention to detail

Preferred Background

Degree in Textile Design (NIFT, NID, or equivalent)

Experience in handloom or craft-based textile development

Exposure to international home textile markets is an advantage

Application Requirement

To help us understand your design thinking, please include the following with your application:

Your portfolio (PDF or link)

One concept for a woven rug or cushion, including:

inspiration reference or mood board

suggested materials (such as wool or jute)

a rough CAD or sketch

23 color options