Senior Technical Designer: Garment Fit & Pattern Expert

Cotton; Victoria; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Wellness centre access

Onsite childcare

Staff discounts

Job summary

Cotton On is seeking a Senior Technical Designer to ensure top-notch fit, quality, and sizing across garments. You will advise on construction, patterns, and grade rules, working with suppliers and product teams to deliver customer-loved products.

You will mentor Product Developers, drive continuous improvement, and help foster a positive, high-performing team culture within a brand known for creative problem-solving and a global footprint.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Design, Textiles, or Pattern Making.
• Expertise in garment fit, pattern making, and garment construction.
• Proficiency in Lectra, with Adobe/CAD knowledge being advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of fabrics, fibers, and accurate garment measuring.
• Experience working with overseas suppliers and maintaining quality standards.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement.
• Personal effectiveness and a commitment to excellence in execution.
• Proven ability to mentor others, build relationships, and champion a positive culture.
• Strong initiative and commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee garment construction and quality control.
• Collaborate with suppliers and product teams.
• Propose cost-effective construction solutions.
• Mentor Product Developers and share knowledge.

Skills

garment fit

pattern making

garment construction

Lectra

Adobe

CAD

supplier collaboration

quality improvement

mentoring

commercial acumen

Education

Design/Textiles/Pattern Making

Tools

Lectra

Adobe

CAD

Job description

Cotton On is seeking a Senior Technical Designer to ensure top-notch fit, quality, and sizing across garments. You will advise on construction, patterns, and grade rules, working with suppliers and product teams to deliver customer-loved products.

You will mentor Product Developers, drive continuous improvement, and help foster a positive, high-performing team culture within a brand known for creative problem-solving and a global footprint.