Technical Designer - Woven Bottoms

JCrew • New York, NY

12d

About The Position

Our Story J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion. Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting. Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are. Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in fashion design, technical design or equivalent experience
• 5 years of technical design experience
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Excel
• Understanding of sewing, patterns, garment construction, spec knowledge and technical sketching
• Understand of grade principles and apply to specific product by division
• Knowledge of factory machinery specific to production area (domestic and international)
• Knowledge of fabrics, construction and washes/ dyeing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all areas of the technical role
• Knowledge of Women’s wear construction and tailoring.
• Strong knowledge and experienced in pants fits.
• PLM literate or similar program skills.
• Proficient in PC applications including MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Understands J.Crew Brand and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Designers, Production Team, and Merchants on product design to provide technical expertise and confirm fit and aesthetic details
• Evaluate fit problems on live models
• Create and update technical packs for multiple product categories
• Communicate with factories in a timely manner through clear written comments outlining construction changes and workmanship improvements while utilizing illustrator, digital photos, and technical sketches for detailed understanding.
• Manage sample tracking and fit approvals from Presentation through TOP. Making sure all deadlines are met including bulk & photo approvals.
• Accountable for the fit sample process from hand off to TOP for bulk production.
• Daily organization and upkeep of sample history and technical records.
• Conduct weekly fittings independently and manage fit process
• Strong and clear communication skills with internal and external partners
• Self-motivated with a strong ability to self-manage and define priorities of the department/ business
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple categories
• Be a team player, open to work with cross functional and Technical Design team members.
• Be able to adjust quickly to changes while remaining focused on the company’s business objectives.

Benefits

• Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
• Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
• Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
• Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
• Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees