Senior Technical Apparel Designer

Renfro Brands•New York, NY

2d•$100,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Technical Apparel Designer partners with Merchandising, Design, Sourcing, Quality, and overseas manufacturing partners to turn product concepts into production-ready garments meeting standards for fit, construction, durability, and performance. The role combines technical design expertise and product development knowledge, and manages multiple product categories in a fast-paced environment. The designer develops and maintains technical packages throughout the product lifecycle, evaluates prototypes and production samples, leads fit sessions, and establishes fit standards. The role collaborates on product development, construction and manufacturing solutions, materials, seasonal calendars, and product innovation. It also involves direct factory communication, resolving manufacturing issues, supporting factory onboarding, reviewing test results, and working with Quality Assurance to improve consistency. The designer partners with cross-functional teams and supports product costing and commercialization from development through production.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Apparel Product Development, or a related field.
At least 8 years of technical apparel design experience.
Strong knowledge of garment construction and manufacturing.
Extensive experience leading garment fit sessions.
Ability to create detailed technical packages.
Experience communicating with overseas factories.
Strong understanding of grading and patternmaking principles.
Excellent organization and project management skills.
Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, PLM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Experience with military, tactical, athletic, or outdoor apparel.
Knowledge of moisture management, performance fabrics, and functional apparel.
Experience with product testing and certification programs.
Understanding of apparel quality systems.
Experience with licensed products.
Experience with CLO 3D or Browzwear.
Knowledge of technical specifications, patternmaking, garment grading, apparel construction, sewing operations, textile performance, fabric testing, quality assurance, product costing, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive technical packages covering construction details, specifications, bills of materials, grading, artwork placement, and measurement standards.
Create and maintain garment specification packages throughout the product lifecycle.
Evaluate first prototypes and production samples.
Lead garment fit sessions and document fit corrections.
Establish fit standards across multiple product categories.
Collaborate with Merchandising and Design during concept development.
Recommend construction methods and manufacturing solutions that improve quality while controlling costs.
Evaluate fabrics, trims, and component compatibility.
Manage seasonal development calendars to meet launch deadlines.
Support innovation through new materials, finishes, and construction techniques.
Communicate directly with domestic and overseas factories.
Review pattern corrections and production comments.
Resolve construction, grading, and manufacturing issues.
Ensure products meet quality, fit, and performance standards.
Support factory onboarding and capability assessments.
Assist with laboratory testing and wear testing.
Review test reports and implement corrective actions.
Support military certification requirements when applicable.
Evaluate garments for durability, comfort, moisture management, and performance.
Work with Quality Assurance to improve manufacturing consistency.
Partner with Merchandising, Design, Sourcing, Compliance, Marketing, and Sales.
Present product updates during development meetings.
Assist with product costing by identifying efficient construction methods.
Support commercialization from development through production.