Apparel Technical Designer II

Varsity Brands•Farmers Branch, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Apparel Technical Designer II independently leads technical fit and specification development for assigned apparel products, from design through production readiness. The role owns measurement integrity, leads product fittings, evaluates construction and fit risks, and provides technical recommendations to support product-release decisions. Working directly with the integrated product team, vendors, pattern and sample makers, and Product Development leadership, this position resolves complex technical issues and serves as a subject-matter expert in garment fit, construction, and fabrics. It ensures technical documents, drawings, and specifications are complete, accurate, and ready for production. The role is based at the designated Varsity Brands location in Farmers Branch, Texas, and follows a hybrid work arrangement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Apparel Product Development, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is considered.
At least 3 years of progressively responsible apparel technical design experience, including independent fit-session leadership, technical specification ownership, and vendor-facing issue resolution.
Demonstrated expertise in garment fit, measurements, patternmaking, construction, technical packages, and production-sample evaluation.
Strong technical knowledge of patternmaking and garment construction.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and PLM systems.
Proficiency in CAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other relevant design software.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, networking, decision-making, and time-management skills.
Ability to independently lead fit sessions, make technically sound recommendations, and work effectively as part of a cross-functional team.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of sublimation and team-sports apparel.
Experience with CAD, Photoshop, and apparel fit/specification tools.
Portfolio demonstrating technical packages, fit/specification work, and complex garment-construction or fit problem-solving.
Advanced training in apparel technical design, patternmaking, PLM, or garment fit.

Responsibilities

Own, perform, and record garment and accessory measurements to ensure alignment with approved product designs and fit specifications.
Lead and execute product fittings with vendor partners; document decisions, required corrections, and follow-up accountability.
Independently identify, evaluate, and resolve fit and construction concerns, ensuring specifications are updated before scheduled launches.
Confirm product fit testing is complete and provide technical release recommendations through the established product-approval process.
Partner with pattern and sample makers during design to confirm cut patterns, construction details, and required sampling are correct and complete.
Adhere to Product Development and Product and Project calendars.
Communicate fit-session recaps, testing results, technical risks, and calendar delays to the integrated product team, promptly escalating issues that may affect launches.
Develop and maintain productive relationships with vendors and manufacturers, resolving complex technical fit and construction issues directly.
Evaluate final products for technical fit, construction, and defects, and drive appropriate corrective action.
Maintain a 24-hour turnaround time for comments.
Provide technical guidance on product fit, construction, and fabrics to cross-functional partners and less-experienced team members.