Technical Designer

Perry Ellis International•Portland, OR

About The Position

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel. A skilled Technical Designer is needed to lead the technical development of our Women’s, Men’s and Kid’s Swim product line. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of creativity, innovation, and efficiency—someone who can translate design intent into impeccably built garments while driving cost-effective, scalable solutions. You’ll partner closely with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, and global vendors to ensure every style meets our standards for fit, quality, performance, and brand identity.

Requirements

A.A. Apparel Design or Apparel Production, or job related equivalent
5+ years experience in pattern making and technical design
Computer skills: Google Apps, Ms Windows, Adobe Illustrator, PLM, pattern design software (Optitex preferred), 3D Development Software (Browzwear preferred)
Strong understanding of stretch fabrics, swim construction and fit.
Proven ability to balance design vision with cost, manufacturability, and quality.
Exceptional communication skills and a collaborative, solution‐oriented mindset.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and changing priorities in a fast‐paced environment.
Dedicated team player

Responsibilities

Partner with Design to interpret creative concepts into technically sound products, utilizing 3D development tools to accelerate prototyping, visualize construction, and support design decision‐making.
Build and maintain comprehensive tech packs, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and manufacturability across swim styles.
Create and update specs, BOMs, construction details, and graded measurement charts.
Develop and refine construction methods, identifying cost‐effective solutions without compromising quality or performance.
Lead cross-functional team through fit approvals from concept to production, ensuring a consistent fit experience, evaluating prototypes, and providing precise technical direction to vendors.
Communicate daily with global vendors to resolve technical challenges and maintain development momentum.
Apply knowledge of pattern making, grading, and marker efficiency to optimize fit, consistency, and material usage.
Contribute to block pattern development and approvals and collaborate with Design Team on new fits for development
Adhere to multiple calendar deadlines, monitoring progress of all samples from development to pre-production, including wear tests and size set samples
Participate in continuous improvement of established technical design and product development processes.