Associate Technical Designer

J.Jill • Quincy, MA

5d • $62,800 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Supports the technical development of assigned product categories from design concept and initial technical package creation through fit approval and production readiness. Ensures garments meet established standards for fit, construction, quality, and design intent. Partners closely with the Senior Technical Designer and cross-functional teams throughout the product development process.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic pattern making, fit, garment construction, and sample measuring
• Ability to create technical sketches using computer software tools as well as manual sketches
• Ability to work effectively across varied categories and with cross division partners
• Ability to maintain focus and work accurately in a fast paced environment
• Adapt easily to different work styles.
• A cooperative, positive personality, willingness to learn.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong and clear communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office, Illustrator and product life cycle programs

Nice To Haves

• Sample making a plus.
• In factory experience a plus
• This position requires flexibility, curiosity and the ability to learn and perform at a fast pace.
• The role spans a wide variety of skills relating to fit and sample development

Responsibilities

• Attends all design hand offs for product category and elicit information from design to accurately interpret design and fit intent.
• Sets up development Technical packages using company standards for specs, construction details, technical sketches and updated design sketches.
• Prepares work for Fit Sessions for product category: schedule product for fit, measure samples, input information into PLM. Compares construction on sample vs tech pack requirement, reviews vendor comments before fit session.
• Works with Senior Technical designer/Manager to analyze patterns from vendor vs. slopers on an as needed basis after fit session.
• Participates in fit sessions with Senior Technical designer with the goal of expanding knowledge and experience across all categories. Observes, asks questions, and takes notes to follow up with related questions.
• Communicates and interacts with internal and overseas partners.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary match and tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, vision, company paid LTD/STD, and generous amount of paid time off.
• Office includes amenities such as a café, fitness center, free parking and Red Line shuttle.
• Generous associate discount; group discounts on auto, pet and homeowner insurance.
• Discount Marketplace for travel, consumer products, food, auto buying, etc.
• Associate resource groups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree