Technical Designer

Weaver Apparel LLC is a global apparel manufacturing partner specializing in private label and branded apparel production at scale. In addition to supporting our retail and brand partners, Weaver Apparel develops and grows a portfolio of in-house fashion labels, giving our team firsthand insight into product development, pricing, market trends, and what performs at retail. With manufacturing operations across Jordan, Vietnam, and India, Weaver Apparel combines speed, scale, quality, and precise execution to bring collections to market efficiently. Our integrated approach spans product development, technical design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions for the apparel industry. Role Description Weaver Apparel is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Technical Designer — Women’s Apparel to join our New York City team. The Technical Designer will be responsible for the technical design process from initial development through final fit approval, translating design concepts into production-ready garments that meet our fit, construction, quality, and brand standards. You’ll collaborate closely with our design and product development teams and overseas factory partners to manage samples, evaluate garment construction, provide detailed fit and construction feedback, and ensure every style maintains its creative integrity while being optimized for production. This is a full-time, on-site position ideal for someone with strong technical design and production experience and a deep understanding of cut-and-sew and woven apparel. Responsibilities Own the technical design process from initial development through final fit approvals. Analyze and evaluate garment construction to establish accurate fit and measurement specifications. Conduct fittings, evaluate samples, and provide clear and actionable fit and construction comments. Develop, update, and maintain technical specifications, tech packs, measurement charts, and detailed fit comments, providing clear direction to vendors and factories. Apply strong pattern-making knowledge to identify and resolve fit, proportion, and construction issues. Review and make necessary pattern and specification adjustments throughout the development process. Ensure product development aligns with established fit and quality standards as well as manufacturer capabilities. Collaborate closely with design, product development, production teams, vendors, and overseas factories. Make technical adjustments that maintain design integrity while optimizing quality, manufacturability, and pricing. Troubleshoot construction and production issues and communicate revisions clearly to factory partners. Maintain consistency in fit, measurements, and construction standards across women’s apparel categories. Qualifications 5+ years of Technical Design experience, preferably in women’s apparel. Strong technical design skills, including developing and maintaining tech packs, specifications, measurement charts, and fit comments. Strong knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, fitting, and grading. Pattern-making knowledge is required, including the ability to evaluate and recommend pattern adjustments. Deep understanding of cut-and-sew and woven apparel. Experience working across women’s apparel categories such as dresses, tops, bottoms, wovens, and knits. Experience working directly with overseas factories and vendors. Ability to balance aesthetics, fit, function, quality, manufacturability, and cost. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Adobe Illustrator, PLM systems, or other technical design tools is a plus. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communication skills for working across internal teams and international factory partners. Education in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Apparel Production, or a related discipline is preferred; equivalent professional experience will also be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr Weaver Apparel LLC