Swim Technical Designer

Core Responsibilities

• Work with the Designer and Creative Directors to interpret their ideas into designs
• Create 1st specs and complete tech packs with technical drawings and all necessary construction and BOM call outs
• Measure all reference garments, fit samples, PPS samples, and TOP samples
• Identify issues with the measured specs and call these out during the fitting
• Attend fittings with the Fit Tech, Designer, Fit Model, and Creative Directors
• Participate in fittings to problem solve and execute revisions
• Work closely with Design and our manufacturing partners to achieve the desired construction and fit results
• Establish base size target specs as well as graded specs
• Problem solve with the Product Development and Production team to answer technical questions and solve problems
• Ensure size, fit, construction, and quality consistency
• Maintain the technical fit log and track samples for fittings
• Maintain an accurate WIP and present the WIP in weekly touch base meetings
• Prioritize work by delivery to ensure calendar deadlines are met
• Communicate daily with overseas factories 

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, flexible in changing direction as needed
• Proficient in MS Office and Adobe applications including Word, Excel, and Illustrator
• Candidate must be highly organized and able to prioritize with a sense of urgency
• Candidate must be a team player, willing and able to work cross-functionally with multiple departments
• Dynamic problem solving and project management skills
• Analytical self-starter with a proven history of success self-managing complete steps of the technical Design through Production process
• Must have proven knowledge of garment construction including points of measurement and sewing techniques
• Must have a thorough understanding of patterns, grade rules, and garment engineering

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ technical experience working specifically in Swim
• Minimum 5 years’ technical experience
• Knowledge of Tukatech, Gerber, Optitex (or alternate computer patternmaking software) is a plus
• Experience working with Plus Sizes is desirable
• Able to work and think independently as well as part of a team
• Full Circle experience is preferred
• Excellent follow-through and attention to detail