Senior Technical Designer

Children's Company is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Designer to lead our Technical Design team. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for children's apparel. Key Responsibilities Demonstrate strong knowledge of garment construction, manufacturing methods, and textiles for both knit and woven apparel. Create and maintain development and production specifications, including grading, for girls' sizes Newborn through Size 16. Partner with Design and Production teams to develop high-quality, cost-effective garments. Review first patterns, fit samples, and cutter's musts with Patternmakers. Maintain and manage block patterns and fit standards. Document all fit sessions and provide clear, detailed comments, specifications, diagrams, and photos to vendors. Coordinate daily with overseas vendors and factories to ensure development and production remain on schedule. Monitor Work-in-Progress (WIP) reports throughout all fit phases, identify potential delays, and elevate risks to management when necessary. Oversee and prioritize the Technical Design team's workflow to ensure deadlines are met. Maintain and organize the sample closet, fit samples, and production samples. Meet with Quality Control weekly to review quality concerns and ensure product standards are maintained. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience. Minimum of 7 years of Technical Design experience Extensive knowledge of children's apparel, garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fit. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and PLM systems . Experience with TUKA and 3D design systems is a plus. Previous technical design experience in children's apparel is highly preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr iApparel Brands LLC