Associate Technical Designer – Junior's Apparel
About The Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Technical Designer to support our Juniors category. In this role, you will partner closely with the Technical Design Leader and Design Team to uphold fit, construction, and quality standards, ensuring a consistent and positive customer experience. This position plays a key role in evaluating garment samples, participating in fit sessions, and maintaining accurate technical documentation throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to balance design intent with production-ready execution.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field
- 3-5 years of experience in technical design or apparel product development preferred
- Strong understanding of garment construction, fit standards, and grading
- Proficient in measurement techniques and interpreting technical specifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience with PLM systems and Adobe Illustrator is a plus
Responsibilities
- Participate in weekly fit sessions and assist in evaluating garment prototypes
- Measure samples prior to fittings and take detailed notes during the fit process
- Complete and distribute accurate fit reports post-fitting sessions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate design intent into production-ready garments, balancing aesthetic and technical requirements
- Recommend appropriate adjustments to specifications, patterns, and construction methods to enhance garment fit, balance, and overall quality
- Maintain fit consistency across the Juniors category by applying standard grade rules aligned with customer or in-house guidelines
- Ensure adherence to the Product Lifecycle Calendar, particularly with timely Garment Fit Approvals
- Communicate daily with overseas offices and vendor partners to resolve fit and quality concerns and meet production timelines
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
