Technical Designer (New York)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and measure samples while suggesting improvements as necessary to ensure the most suitable garment construction for design and materials across a highly varied and complex product line
• Conduct fittings on live model with understanding of different body types and create fit reports
• Maintain and update technical specification and tech-pack
• Create and update grade rules to ensure good proportions are maintained throughout the size range
• Measures garments prior to fittings at all sample stages
• Approve pre-production sample and production samples for both fit and construction.
• Create garment specs for web store by taking measurement information from top of production samples

SKILLS:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Technical Design role
• Prior experience in woven outerwear, shirts, pants and knit tops
• Prior experience in tailoring and woven technical outerwear is preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of garment manufacturing including fit and construction and able to determine best sewing construction by fabric
• Experience pattern making skill is required.
• Prior experience in garment washing production is preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate proactive problems solving skills and communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner
• Must be detail oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal skills supporting a team environment
• Computer proficiency in MS Office: Excel, Word, Illustrator
• Strong planning and time management, organizational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines
• Eagerness to learn and grow