Technical Designer

Beis•Culver City, CA

6d•$90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

BÉIS Travel is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Designer to combine creative problem-solving with technical accuracy in developing products for a growing lifestyle brand. The role works closely with the Creative team throughout the full product lifecycle. The Technical Designer receives general direction and guidance and is expected to function effectively as an individual contributor. The position focuses on creating original, commercially viable designs that align with the brand vision and assortment strategy, with particular attention to functionality and quality. The Technical Designer develops drawings, specifications, and comprehensive Tech Packs; maintains accurate product documentation through revisions and sampling; and partners with Creative, Product Development, Merchandising, Sourcing, suppliers, and manufacturing partners to support development and commercialization. The role also conducts market and trend research and works with factories and suppliers to develop materials, construction techniques, and product solutions. The annual base salary range is $90,000–$110,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in Product Design, Industrial Design, or Product Engineering, focused on soft goods.
Bachelor’s degree in Design or a related field.
Strong creative and technical design skills, including the ability to develop clear and accurate technical drawings and sketches.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to interpret and translate conceptual design direction from the Chief Brand Officer while maintaining brand integrity, design intent, and quality standards.
Experience developing products directly with factories and strong understanding of product development from concept through engineering and commercialization.
Extensive knowledge of materials, fabrics, leather, hardware, trims, sourcing, product specifications, luggage and technical bag construction, pattern making, testing, costing, and product development.
Strong fashion and trend awareness and ability to translate emerging trends into commercially viable product designs.
Experience creating and maintaining seasonal line boards using Adobe Illustrator and Acrobat.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and partners at all levels.
Strong organization, attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Flexibility, self-motivation, and ability to work independently while managing changing priorities.
Collaborative approach, strong initiative, problem-solving skills, and proactive approach to product development.

Nice To Haves

Industrial Design degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Create original technical designs aligned with brand vision, creative direction, and assortment strategy, with a focus on functionality, quality, and commercial viability.
Develop technical designs, drawings, specifications, and comprehensive Tech Packs with accurate measurements, construction details, materials, trims, hardware, and finishing requirements.
Create and maintain Tech Packs throughout product development, incorporating design changes, sample comments, revised measurements, and updates to materials or construction details.
Create clear, accurate technical drawings and illustrations that communicate design intent and construction details.
Partner with the Creative team to develop and refine seasonal concepts, materials, hardware, color palettes, silhouettes, and design details.
Collaborate with Product Development to ensure designs are technically sound, production-ready, and aligned with quality and cost requirements.
Apply expertise in product construction, material development, pattern making, finishing, embellishments, and trims, with a focus on function and product performance.
Troubleshoot and resolve potential production issues involving construction, fabrication, materials, and product quality.
Maintain design integrity and high-quality execution from initial concept through engineering, sampling, and commercialization.
Manage technical development timelines and deliver accurate, complete specifications and deliverables to Product Development on schedule.
Partner with Merchandising, Sourcing, Product Development, Customer Service, suppliers, and manufacturing partners to support product development and commercialization.
Conduct market and trend research to identify opportunities, innovative solutions, and new materials in travel and fashion.
Work with sourcing teams, factories, and suppliers to develop materials, construction techniques, and product solutions that promote innovation and improve product performance.