In the field of textiles, one deals with the manufacture, processing and design of textile materials. Textile professions can encompass both creative and technical aspects, from the development of new fabrics to the production of clothing and home textiles. The work can take place in the laboratory, in production as well as in sales and often requires a good sense of trends as well as an understanding of technical processes.
In Germany, the following salaries can be expected as a textile engineer:
In order to work in the textile sector, a completed training or study in areas such as textile engineering, fashion design or clothing engineering is usually required. Many jobs require practical experience, which can be acquired through internships or vocational training. Additional further training can also be helpful in acquiring special knowledge.
In the textile sector, there are numerous career opportunities ranging from product development to marketing to management, and working in large fashion companies, start-ups or family businesses can increase career opportunities.
