Senior Technical Designer

Mizzen+Main•Dallas, TX

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Mizzen + Main is seeking a Senior Technical Designer / Technical Design Manager who brings deep technical mastery, a refined eye for fit, and a passion for building category-defining product. As a senior member of a small, high-impact team, this person will be hands-on in every stage of the technical design process, from measuring samples to running fit sessions to partnering directly with vendors. While this role does not have direct reports today, it offers a path to future leadership as our brand and technical design function grow. The ideal candidate is energized by the opportunity to influence the long-term fit identity of the brand and thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Requirements

Degree in apparel manufacturing, product development, or apparel design related field.
5–7+ years of experience in Technical Design, with demonstrated senior-level ownership of fit and pattern development.
Expertise in bottoms fitting, patternmaking, and grading is strongly preferred and will be a key differentiator.
Knowledge of menswear construction.
In-depth knowledge of fabric, apparel, materials, construction, and fit.
Must have pattern fit experience as well as understanding of basic apparel production processes.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Proficient in basic office software and preferably some PLM experience.
Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail.
Dedication and commitment with the ability to learn new skills and adapt to change as our customers’ needs or business model changes.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

Own fit for Mizzen+Main across all categories.
Develop fit specifications and establish fit blocks for all new products, with a focus on building a best-in-class fit library that drives customer loyalty and repeat purchase.
Develop grade rules across size sets for all new products.
Evaluate and measure samples and protos to determine compliance of specs, construction, quality, and design intent.
Own detailed comments and address all garment corrections with factory representatives.
Collaborate with design, PD, and production to ensure design intent is executed with the highest quality of fit, construction, and workmanship while maintaining deadlines.
Understand and recommend sewing efficiencies and construction best practices.
Lead fit sessions by understanding the purpose and intent of the garment. Ensure meticulous notes are taken during session so correct information is communicated to vendors for production.
Own our Wear Testing process in partnership with the head of Product Development.
Act as a strategic partner in shaping the future of our fit philosophy, especially in bottoms, influencing long-term block development, customer experience, and brand differentiation.
Maintain clear and timely communication with the applicable vendor base with detailed follow-up.
Develop and maintain a clear understanding of the customer.
Review feedback from all commercial channels; develop recommendations to improve fit/size specs, and measure results to ensure we're delivering a great-fitting product.
Work within calendar to ensure deadlines are maintained.
Partner with R&D for proto development and fabric construction insight.
Lead review and work with our commercial channels on fit tools.
Assist with communication to factories on fit and pattern.
Consistently demonstrate and uphold our values to make Mizzen+Main a great place to work.