Technical Designer

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in pattern making, garment construction, fit standards, textiles, trims, and technical documentation, with the ability to translate design concepts into production-ready products.

Key Responsibilities

• Own technical design execution, fit, and construction standards from concept development through production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, product development, materials, quality, and manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain technical specifications, tech packs, construction details, and product documentation.
• Manage pattern development, grading, garment construction, and fit sessions.
• Provide fit comments, technical recommendations, and solutions to improve product quality and manufacturability.
• Partner with factories and vendors to ensure production readiness and resolve technical issues.
• Support apparel development lifecycle including concept, prototype, fit approval, and commercialization.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting product timelines, quality, and cost objectives.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Textile Science, or related field preferred; equivalent product development experience considered.
• 8+ years of technical design experience within the apparel industry.
• Strong experience with pattern making, pattern engineering, garment construction, and fit standards.
• Experience developing hardwovens, denim, twill, jackets, and fixed waist pants.
• Expertise in creating tech packs, product specifications, and factory production instructions.
• Strong understanding of apparel manufacturing processes, materials, costing, and quality standards.
• Experience collaborating with factories and vendors to improve manufacturability.
• Strong problem-solving, organization, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to interpret design intent and provide technical solutions.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with CLO 3D, Browzwear, PCX, Adobe Illustrator, and CAD pattern design software.
• Proficiency with Optitex or similar CAD pattern-making tools.
• Strong knowledge of 3D apparel design and digital product development workflows.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.