Temporary Designer Softgoods

Pentland Brands•Long Beach, CA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Softgoods Designer supports Senior Designers in conceptualizing, designing, and developing high-quality softgoods products from early ideation through production. The role delivers innovative designs aligned with seasonal creative direction and product briefs while maintaining brand DNA, VBL, and guidelines. It combines creativity, technical expertise, and knowledge of materials and manufacturing to bring softgoods concepts to life, with attention to detail and user-centered design. The designer helps ensure timelines are met and cross-functional communication is effective. The work includes developing concepts and design documentation; researching materials and construction methods; creating and refining prototypes and patterns; collaborating with internal teams, sample rooms, factories, vendors, and manufacturing partners; supporting testing and quality assurance; and managing project documentation, version control, reviews, and presentations. The role requires handling multiple projects and changing priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field.
3–5+ years of experience designing softgoods.
Strong understanding of sewing construction, pattern making, and materials.
Excellent sketching, rendering, and visual communication skills.
Ability to interpret technical requirements and apply them to manufacturable designs.
Exceptional knowledge of applied technologies and product construction, including state-of-the-art technologies and production methods in new product development.
Experience in a product design environment using computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools and computational techniques to design and test product solutions.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite or similar software and 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Rhino; high-level familiarity with KeyShot for product renders and ideation.
Experience working with advanced product manufacturers and external global experts.
Experience understanding and translating consumer needs into product opportunities.
Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Ability to tailor communication style and content to the audience and understand cultural differences.
Curiosity and drive to seek inspiration externally and laterally.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing conditions.
Positive, can-do, customer-focused attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-first, high-energy environment.

Responsibilities

Create softgoods concepts through sketches, digital renderings, and prototypes.
Develop user-centered designs balancing aesthetics, functionality, durability, and cost.
Prepare spec sheets, tech packs, and construction notes.
Research and select fabrics, foams, webbings, trims, and hardware.
Apply softgoods construction methods, including sewing, lamination, patterning, and padding.
Source materials and work with vendors to evaluate samples against performance requirements.
Build or direct the creation of prototypes and iterate based on testing and feedback.
Develop accurate patterns using 2D CAD tools, pattern-making software, or manual drafting.
Collaborate with sample rooms, factories, and manufacturing partners to refine designs for mass production.
Work with industrial designers, engineers, product managers, and supply chain teams during product development.
Communicate with vendors and manufacturing teams to resolve production issues and meet quality standards.
Support testing, validation, and quality assurance throughout development.
Manage multiple projects with changing priorities and deadlines.
Maintain version control, documentation, and records throughout the design process.
Participate in milestone reviews and present design solutions to stakeholders.