Apparel Technical Designer I

Varsity Brands • Farmers Branch, TX

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Apparel Technical Designer supports the technical execution of apparel products from design approval through production readiness. Working under established technical standards and direction from Product Development leadership, this role creates technical sketches, maintains PLM data, prepares samples and documentation, and coordinates follow-up activities to keep development work moving.

The designer partners with Merchandising, Pattern, New Product Development, Costing, and manufacturing teams to document construction requirements, track samples, and communicate approved updates. The role identifies and escalates fit, construction, measurement, and quality concerns to the appropriate technical lead for direction and resolution.

This is a hybrid position based at 14460 Varsity Brands Way in Farmers Branch, Texas. Work hours are Monday through Friday, either 8 a.m.–5 p.m. or 9 a.m.–6 p.m., with Fridays work-from-home. The role operates in a professional office environment and is primarily desk-based, with sample-closet and garment-related tasks.

Requirements

• Degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Apparel Product Development, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is considered.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in apparel technical design, product development, patternmaking, garment construction, or a related field; relevant internships or co-op experience may be considered.
• Skilled in Adobe Illustrator for creating and manipulating technical sketches.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, PLM systems, garment construction, patternmaking, and sample-development processes.
• Knowledge of patterns, sewing construction, product research, and apparel product development.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, time-management, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage assigned work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment; seeks direction on complex fit, specification, and construction decisions.
• Strong computer skills and personal effectiveness in a professional setting.
• Must be able to work from the designated Farmers Branch location without company-sponsored relocation; relocation assistance is not offered.

Nice To Haves

• Portfolio demonstrating technical sketches, apparel development work, or related technical design capabilities.
• Adobe Illustrator, PLM, or apparel-construction training.

Responsibilities

• Use design tools to document and maintain design productivity.
• Manage, create, develop, and maintain designs by preparing design layouts or modifying existing designs.
• Manage requests, product backlog, and prioritization through email and the PLM system.
• Develop, maintain, and release technical sketches, documentation, and data in accordance with company and industry standards.
• Prepare for fit sessions by organizing samples and technical information, documenting feedback, and updating sketches or specifications based on approved direction.
• Conduct initial sample inspections, document quality or construction observations, and escalate material fit, measurement, construction, or launch-impacting concerns to the designated technical lead.
• Coordinate approved product revisions and information updates with the New Product Development and Costing teams.
• Photograph approved samples and upload images to the PLM system.
• Develop solutions that keep PLM data coordinated and meet reporting requirements.
• Contribute to a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where priorities and product details may change daily, while seeking direction on complex technical decisions.
• Maintain the sample closet by collecting and hanging garments, locating approved samples in other departments, dressing dress forms, and taking photographs for PLM.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care benefits.
• HSA employer contribution and FSA opportunities.
• Wellbeing program.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and short-term disability.
• Generous My Time Off and paid holidays.
• Varsity Brands Ownership Program.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Access to financial coaching and a member-owned credit union.
• St. Jude Partnership and volunteer opportunities.
• Employee perks, including discounts on personal apparel and equipment. Benefit eligibility and offerings vary by position and applicable plan terms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level