Senior Technical Designer

At SWIM USA, we understand that the key to running a successful business is exceptional people. Our management team understands that the most important part of their job is to make sure all of our associates are mentally and creatively engaged with a sense of purpose that is aligned with our company’s values and culture. Our long term success was founded on the principles of delivering high quality apparel, superior customer service, and an engaged, collaborative-oriented culture. WHY WORK WITH SWIM USA SWIM USA designs, markets, and manufactures women’s swimwear for consumers around the world. Our long term success was founded on the principles of delivering high quality apparel, superior customer service, and a strong team oriented culture. We pride ourselves on being a leader in the industry. SWIM USA offers excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, short & long term disability, and much more. 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 Sr. Technical designer to join our team in our New York City office. Job Summary Partner with design and patternmaking to create technical packages. Responsible for evaluating and providing clear communication of pattern and sewing construction in various stages of proto and production process. Manage assigned brands and meet deadlines to ensure the success of the business. 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. Execute a pattern and sewing instructions for mass production in an efficient manner. Mark patterns with correct information. 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 Meet deadlines based on time and action calendars set by product managers, internal and vendor calendars. All other duties as assigned by the Technical Director. Qualifications/Requirements Education: High School or GED equivalent; BS in Fashion Design or Associate Degree. Experience: A minimum of 5-6 years’ experience in pattern/Tech Design Skills Must have knowledge of basic computer skills Illustrator/Photoshop experience required. Knowledge of physical draping. Knowledge of working with swimwear fabric preferred. 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. Ability to be a technical resource to the design team and product manager. Capability to re-prioritize tasks as new requests enter workflow. Must be able to communicate clearly to associates, manufacturers, vendors and sewers. Must be able to lead fittings and evaluate fit corrections. Must have good knowledge of garment construction. Travel: to PA as necessary 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