Technical Designer - Intimates (US - REMOTE)

Kindred Bravely • Oceanside, CA

2d • $85,000 - $95,000 • Remote

About The Position

As Technical Designer, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our garments deliver on both style and functionality, helping moms feel confident, comfortable, and cared for. This role is critical in bridging creative design with production execution, ensuring every garment meets our brand promise: intimates that empower women through comfort, functionality, and fit.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of experience in Technical Design, with a focus on intimates.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of intimate garment construction methods (sewing, bonding, seamless/Santoni), pattern making, and fabric applications. Ability to design for functional performance—including nursing access, stretch, breathability, and support.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical and functional details clearly.
• Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical Tools: Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, PLM systems, Asana, Slack, and Adobe Illustrator.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design Team: Partner closely with designers to translate creative concepts into actionable tech packs that align with Kindred Bravelly’s brand standards and product requirements. Provide recommendations for construction, fabric selection, and functional details that enhance comfort, support, and nursing/maternity usability.
• Create Tech Packs: Develop comprehensive tech packs for each style, including points of measure, graded measurements, technical sketches, specifications, materials, colors, trims, and construction details. Ensure garment functionality is clearly documented (e.g., nursing access, stretch recovery, seamless comfort).
• Lead Fittings: Conduct fittings with design, merchants, and production teams to determine final fit, functionality, and workmanship for each silhouette.
• Fit Approval Process: Monitor all stages of fit approval to ensure timely sign-off for bulk delivery and adherence to the pipeline calendar.
• Maintain Documentation: Update and maintain tech packs with final graded measurements, construction details, and functional notes.
• Vendor Communication: Act as liaison with factories and suppliers to clarify technical specifications, address inquiries, and resolve production issues—ensuring garment functionality is preserved in bulk production.
• Quality Assurance: Review and evaluate bulk production when quality or functionality concerns arise, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.

Benefits

• Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere in the US while growing your career.
• Positive culture: Join a team that values collaboration, transparency and support.
• Meaningful work: ConRemotetribute to a mission that empowers women and families.
• Award-winning products: Be part of a company recognized for quality and innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees