APPAREL TECHNICAL DESIGNER

Confidential; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential, a global apparel manufacturer, seeks a Technical Designer for on-site work in the New York City area. You will translate design concepts into production-ready tech packs, specs, grading, and construction notes, collaborating with design, product development, sourcing, and production.

You will review samples, record fit comments, ensure sizing consistency, coordinate with overseas factories, track timelines, and drive continuous process improvements in technical design and

Qualifications

• Experience creating and managing tech packs, garment specs, construction details, and grading.
• Proficiency with Illustrator, Excel, PLM, and digital pattern software.
• Experience translating fit comments into technical revisions.
• Cross-functional collaboration with design, product development, sourcing, and production.

Responsibilities

• Create and update tech packs with accurate specs and grading.
• Review samples and fittings; record precise fit comments.
• Ensure consistency in sizing, construction, and quality across styles.
• Collaborate with design, product development, sourcing and production teams.
• Coordinate with overseas factories; track sample timelines.
• Support continuous process improvements in technical design and production workflows.

Skills

Technical design

Garment specs

Grading

Fit analysis

Education

Fashion/Technical Design or Apparel Production degree/certificate

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Excel

PLM systems

Digital pattern software

Job description

A global manufacturing partner specializing in private label and branded apparel production at scale. In addition to supporting partner brands, the company builds and manages its own in-house labels, providing data-driven insight into product performance, pricing, and market trends. With operations spanning Jordan, Vietnam, and India, our company combines speed, scale, and precise execution to bring collections to market efficiently. Team members collaborate across regions and functions to deliver high-quality products for diverse customers in the fashion and apparel industry.

Role Description

The Technical Designer role is a full-time, on-site position based in the New York City Metropolitan Area. This role focuses on translating design concepts into production-ready technical packages, including detailed specs, measurements, construction notes, and grading. Day-to-day responsibilities include creating and updating tech packs, reviewing samples and fittings, recording accurate fit comments, and ensuring consistency in sizing, construction, and quality across styles and seasons. The Technical Designer will collaborate closely with design, product development, and production teams to troubleshoot construction issues, maintain standards, and support efficient, scalable manufacturing. The role also involves coordinating with overseas factories, tracking sample timelines, and supporting continuous process improvements in technical design and production workflows.

Qualifications

• Strong technical design skills, including creating and managing tech packs, garment specs, construction details, and grading.
• Proficiency in relevant design and production tools (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Excel, PLM systems, and digital pattern or spec software).
• Solid apparel construction knowledge, fit analysis experience, and ability to translate fit comments into clear technical revisions.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams such as design, product development, sourcing, and production, including communication with overseas factories.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including clear documentation and feedback for internal teams and manufacturing partners.
• Prior experience as a Technical Designer or in a similar apparel product development role; experience with global manufacturing is a plus.
• Relevant education such as a degree or certificate in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Apparel Production, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Salary: $85,000 per year, BOE