Apparel Technical Designer

Lakeshirts•Detroit Lakes, MN

4d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeshirts is seeking an experienced Apparel Technical Designer to bridge the gap between apparel concepts and production-ready reality. This role involves partnering with design and product teams to develop garments across various product lines. Key responsibilities include creating tech packs, reviewing samples, supporting fittings, resolving construction issues, and communicating technical updates to vendors. The ideal candidate is passionate about apparel product development, proficient in Excel and Adobe Illustrator, detail-oriented, and a strong team player.

Requirements

Degree in Fashion, Apparel Design, Technical Design, or related apparel field required.
4+ years of technical design experience in apparel, merchandising, product development, or a related apparel environment.
Knowledge of pattern making, grading, garment construction, sewing, technical drawing, measuring, fitting, fabrics, trims, and development timelines.
Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, PLM or product systems, Microsoft Office, and Excel; able to maintain accurate technical documentation.
Detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple apparel projects in a fast-paced team environment.
Strong written communication, decision-making, follow-through, and time-management skills; comfortable working with vendors and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Move apparel styles from concept to production-ready samples by resolving fit, construction, measurement, and specification questions.
Create and update tech packs, specs, grading rules, point-of-measurement standards, and fit documentation in Excel and related systems.
Apply knowledge of fabrics, trims, garment construction, sewing, technical drawing, measuring, and fitting to support quality and consistency.
Manage incoming samples and sample libraries; review fit, construction, design intent, and production readiness.
Coordinate model fittings, document measurements, and update specs based on fit sessions, size runs, revisions, and vendor feedback.
Troubleshoot fit, grading, construction, production, quality, and costing concerns while recommending practical solutions.
Communicate technical updates, specification changes, fit requirements, and sample feedback to vendors, suppliers, and teammates.
Support fabric testing, process improvements, product presentations, and technical design standards while performing other duties as assigned.