Technical Designer

Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities? Join our team! Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. SWIM USA is a family owned and operated swimwear company established in 1936. We are a global industry leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of branded, licensed, and private label swimwear. We are currently searching for a dynamic Technical designer to join our team in our New York City office. Job Summary Partner with design and patternmaking to create technical packages. Responsible to evaluate and provide clear communication of pattern and sewing construction in various stages of proto and production process. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Create illustrator technical sketches as required for accounts with construction callouts Create/add/update technical packages accurately; communicating components, fabrics, cutting information, illustrations, measurements, and sewing instructions needed for proto and production Attend all fittings and communicate evaluations to factories with proper diagramming Partner with design/product manager to facilitate aesthetic/fit and quality of product Communicate with factories regarding questions Maintain tracking reports and follow up on sample requirements for accounts Maintain sample library Work with Patternmaker, Designer, Product Managers and Sample Makers All other duties as assigned by the Head Technical Director Qualifications/Requirements Education: High School or GED equivalent; BS in Fashion Design, Associate Degree. Experience: A minimum of 5-6 years’ experience in Tech Design Skills: Must have knowledge of basic computer skills Illustrator/Photoshop experience required Strong written and oral communication skills Team-player Well-organized Detail-oriented. Every step-in process is critical to success of brand. Ability to follow product development procedures--both industry standards and those unique to this organization. Capability to re-prioritize tasks as new requests enter workflow Must be able to communicate clearly to manufacturers, vendors and sewers Must be able to lead fittings and evaluate fit corrections Must have good knowledge of garment construction Travel: N/A Working Conditions: Overtime is necessary during peak periods Office, warehouse, noise above 85 decibels Mon thru Fri 8 hrs/day Overtime as needed Physical Demands: Must be able to stand, sit, and walk 8 hours/day Vision requirements correctable to 20/20 vision Note: Manager reserves the right to modify job description base on business needs #J-18808-Ljbffr Swim USA