Technical Designer, Sweaters

We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory’s design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative materials, eclectic juxtapositions of color, and the tension of past and present. The collections include ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home and beauty.Empowering women is the company’s guiding principle, expressed through Tory’s collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation. Established in 2009, the Foundation provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with access to capital, education and community.You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore, discover and, as important, laugh together. If you’re prepared to work hard, create impact, and have fun while doing it, we would love to have you join #TeamTory. Apply today!Life @ToryBurch is Special Because:When you join us, you’re joining a global, purpose-led company on an exciting growth journey with an amazing culture and great benefits.Our culture is welcoming and inclusive -- everyone is empowered to make a difference.We have the best team in the world and believe in paying competitively and rewarding for high performance.Your overall well-being is important to us; we offer generous benefits to help you take care of your mental and physical health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life.We love seeing our employees wear our beautiful collections. You’ll receive a generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.We are invested in your professional growth – you’ll have access to free executive coaching on-demand.We believe in the importance of giving back and you’ll have many opportunities to do just that through the Tory Burch Foundation and paid volunteer days.This Role is Tailor-Made for You Because:We are seeking an experienced Technical Designer – Sweaters to join our team. In this role, you will partner closely with the Senior Sweater Technical Designer to develop and execute fit and construction from initial concept through production. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in sweater development, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to communicate design intent clearly through technical documentation, garment specifications, and collaboration with cross-functional teams and overseas vendors.This position reports directly to the Senior Sweater Technical Designer.A Day in the Life:ResponsibilitiesAssist in creating initial development specifications for new styles and prepare technical packages for prototype requests.Maintain and update tech packs, garment specifications, and fit comments throughout the development process from prototype to bulk production.Evaluate prototype and production samples to ensure design intent, fit, and construction standards are achieved, recommending adjustments as needed.Prepare for fit sessions by tracking incoming samples, accurately measuring garments, and documenting fit comments and revisions.Maintain seasonal work-in-progress (WIP) sample tracking and ensure development milestones are met.Support the Senior Sweater Technical Designer by managing technical comments and helping maintain development timelines while working independently.Communicate directly with suppliers and factories on technical matters, providing clear guidance to resolve fit, construction, and quality issues while achieving the desired product aesthetic.Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, and Production teams to ensure consistency and accuracy throughout the product lifecycle.To Land This Role:Qualifications5+ years of experience in Technical Design, including patternmaking, garment construction, and fit evaluation, with a strong focus on sweaters and knitwear.Solid understanding of knit structures, yarns, gauges, knitting construction, garment finishing, and wash processes.Strong knowledge of grading, bulk production standards, and specification management.Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is required; experience with PLM systems is preferred.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively.Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Proficient in English to effectively communicate with internal teams and international suppliers.Why You'll Want to Join Our Team:How We Work TogetherAdaptable – We change before we have toEntrepreneurial – We own itCollaborative – There’s no “I” in ToryClient & Brand Focused – We put ourselves in Tory’s shoesLive the Values – We show up for each otherFunctional Expertise – We’re constantly learning and growing#TeamTory ValuesWe show up with honesty & kindness, act with integrity & compassion, work with passion & humility and lead with excellence & humor.Compensation RangeThe compensation range for this position is 100,000.00 USD - 125,000.00 USD. Our offer will be based on your relevant experience and work location.Benefits InformationWe offer a generous set of benefits to help you take care of your health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life. Here are highlights of key benefits available to all eligible Tory Burch team members.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementTory Burch LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) or sexual orientation, gender expression, military status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability or membership in any other protected class under applicable law. Likewise, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Ordinance No. 184652. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.Disability Accommodation Tory Burch is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you require assistance or an accommodation with the hiring process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io: New York, NYType: Full time