Technical Designer-Activewear

Job Description

Job Description

Hop Lun is a global manufacturing leader specializing in Intimate Apparel, Swimwear, and Activewear. We partner with leading retailers and brands across all channels and market segments, including Target, Walmart, SKIMS, Aerie, VS/PINK, and Alo Yoga.

We are seeking a Senior Technical Designer to join our Product Development hub in Manhattan, supporting both new and existing accounts. This role works closely with Design, Product Development, Production, and overseas technical teams throughout the development cycle.

Position Summary

The Senior Technical Designer is a fit expert with excellent communication skills who understands garment construction, brand aesthetics, and price points. This role manages technical design responsibilities from adoption through fitting and production while ensuring brand standards are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of technical design functions from adoption through fitting and production
• Learn requirements of multiple brands and ensure standards are met for both construction and fit
• Attend all fit meetings and work with retail partners to achieve fits aligned with brand aesthetics and guidelines
• Identify opportunities and offer solutions to improve fit and construction details for challenging styles
• Identify opportunities for cost savings while maintaining the integrity of fit and quality
• Proactively communicate potential production issues to leadership and crossfunctional partners and advise on solutions
• Build and manage a tracking system for all fit samples by customer and season; manage workinprogress and report to Production
• Ensure grading standards are met by brand, account, and category; oversee grading for inhouse brands
• Manage the fit process, including pattern corrections, sketch updates, and style comments
• Work closely with internal and external design and product development teams throughout the product lifecycle
• Establish open communication and foster collaborative working relationships with Chinabased technical teams
• Create and implement SOPs and best practices for Technical Design
• Ensure timely communication with vendors and brands and adherence to development calendars
Qualifications
• 810+ years of Technical Design experience, with a minimum of 5 years in Activewear
• Additional experience in Intimate Apparel and Swimwear preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Experience with Gerber, Browzwear, and/or CLO preferred
• Highly motivated and organized with strong attention to detail
• Strong problemsolving skills and ability to identify risks
• Effective communication skills with factory and brand partners
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines, priorities, and workload
• Expert eye for fit, garment construction, finishing, and overall aesthetics
• Mandarin or Cantonese proficiency preferred
Work Location & Travel
• Onsite position based in Manhattan, NY, five days per week
• Travel required up to 1020% domestically and internationally
Compensation & Benefits
• Annual salary range: $90,000 $100,000, DOE
Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for extended periods, use a computer and office equipment, communicate clearly, stand, walk, bend, reach, and occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Benefits:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Vacation, Sick and 401 k match
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: - Hop Lun (US) LLC, dba Rainbow West Apparel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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