Technical Designer

Job Summary:

The Technical Designer will be responsible for creating and updating tech packs for products. This position will work with design to update measurements and ensure the garment fit, construction, pre-production samples are accurate and meeting all established deadlines. The Technical Designer will manage the product lifecycle from sketch through pre-production through production fit approval. 

Responsibilities:

Key Accountabilities:

• Manage product lifecycle from sketch through pre-production processes and final fit approval
• Generate computerized specification packages
• Work with Design to update measurements and specifications for the tech pack
• Review and evaluate samples for spec, pattern shape, and construction
• Maintain consistency in fit across all apparel categories
• Communicate with overseas offices and vendors to identify and resolve issues with garment construction and production
• Collaborate with Design, Sourcing, and Production on apparel development, in order to create cost effective styles
• Schedule, prepare for, and lead with fit sessions
• Evaluate fit to determine if manufacturer has met the requirements of the garments
• Ensure all specs and detailed fit comments are conveyed to vendors accurately and in a timely manner
• Utilize digital photos, technical sketches, detailed instructions, and comments from fit sessions to communicate corrections
• Approve garment for production or reject sample and schedule follow-up fit session
• Maintain log of incoming samples and measure as they are delivered
• Keep up-to-date on and research the market and competitor fit and specs

Education and Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in technical design or related

Skills and Behaviors:

• Knowledge of apparel fitting and specs
• Basic understanding of pattern work/corrections 
• Works well in fast paced and dynamic environment 
• Experience in childrenswear preferred
• Knowledge of sweater knitting and construction preferred 
• Ability to work independently and work to meet multiple deadlines
• Exceptional PLM, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with other departments as well as vendors and overseas offices

​Benefits: health, dental, vision insurance and 401k.

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000