Senior Apparel Technical Designer

UA Brands•Fort Lauderdale, FL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Bring Designs to Life—Join Us as a Sr. Technical Designer! Are you passionate about the details that make garments fit perfectly and perform flawlessly? We're looking for a collaborative and detail-driven Sr. Technical Designer to help transform creative vision into a high-quality, wearable product. In this dynamic role, you'll partner with cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure every piece meets our standards for fit, function, and technical accuracy from first concept to final production. If you love turning sketches into reality, working hands-on with samples, and being a key player in the product development process, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

Strong Technical Design experience, including knowledge of patternmaking, grading, garment construction, and large-scale manufacturing processes in overseas countries
Advanced proficiency with PLM systems
Strong skills in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop
Solid understanding of the apparel product development lifecycle, from concept through production
Proficiency in creating and updating accurate technical sketches
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively
Proactive mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Critical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to escalate complex issues when needed
Strong work ethic and flexibility to take on additional projects while managing core responsibilities
Minimum of 7+ years of experience in apparel design or product development
Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Please include a link to work samples or a portfolio if available.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience in apparel and trim development, including collaboration with factories and suppliers (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

Execute complete design specification package in PLM, including flat sketches, technical sketches, construction details, measurement specifications, appropriate tolerances, garment grading, and placement of trims, graphics, or labeling.
Work alongside the in-house patternmaker to ensure the sample quality matches technical specifications. This includes examining the patterns to ensure fit, balance, and construction details, as well as making sure the patternmaker understands specialized design and construction details.
Communicate with in-house and overseas vendors regarding garment specifications, including sending out tech packs, measuring samples, and size sets against approved specifications, commenting on garment fit and functionality, resubmitting garments until final graded approval, and maintaining an organized system of prototype samples.
Manage the style re-development process from initiation to final production approval by creating workflow tracking spreadsheets in Excel, distributing them ,and following up with all appropriate staff involved to meet calendar deadlines.
Conduct fit sessions on live models and/or dress forms to ensure proper fit, balance, and construction of sample garments. Bring attention to pattern or sewing changes and photograph, pin, and notate them for insertion into tech packs.
Collaborate with quality control, production, and outside vendors daily to develop business practices that ensure consistency and quality promptly.
Collaborate with cross-functional team members to review potential fit issues through high return rates and customer feedback. Order these styles from the warehouse and evaluate the fit and construction to see what improvements can be made.
Collaborate with Design to gain a clear design direction and consensus of fit intent.
Build/maintain styles in PLM and ensure graded size and fit consistency within each brand and across product categories. Also, ensure garments are constructed with manufacturing capabilities and the company's cost specifications.
Takes ownership of tasks and adapts to evolving business needs.

Benefits

Medical and Pharmacy Coverage
Dental and Vision Coverage
Life/AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program – self-care and support for life’s everyday challenges
Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching - Save for your future
Short & Long Term Disability – Company Paid
Accident, Hospital Care, and Critical Illness Insurance – Protect your Income
Legal Insurance and ID Theft Protection
Nationwide Pet Insurance
Holiday Pay
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off – Life Balance
Volunteer Time Off – Make an Impact
Employee Discount Program
Referral Program - Get paid to work with Friends
Free Parking at the Downtown Corporate Office
Regular Social Activities and Events – Mandatory Fun