Apparel Technical Designer: CAD, 3D Fit & Tech Packs

Carters Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carters Inc. in Buckhead (Atlanta) is seeking an experienced Technical Designer to execute development activities and support fit execution across categories. This role reports to the Sr.

Technical Designer and is an individual contributor. You will create tech packs, support fit sessions, document fit comments, ensure specs and construction details are accurate, and communicate updates to cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years industry experience in apparel Technical Design.
• Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of 4 years related experience in apparel Sourcing or Product Development.
• Intermediate understanding of apparel construction, grading, ASTM standards and patternmaking.

Responsibilities

• Execute tech pack creation using approved blocks, grade rules, and standards.
• Support fit sessions and document fit comments and revisions.
• Ensure all specs and construction details are accurate and complete.
• Communicate development updates to cross-functional partners.
• Track development progress against calendar milestones.
• Identify and elevate risks related to fit, construction, or timeline.
• Create and maintain 3D assets aligned to development needs.
• Support block application and consistency across styles.
• Assist in preparing styles for handoff to Production Technical Design.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or 4+ years related apparel industry experience

Tools

CLO-3D

Browzwear

Optitex

Gerber Accumark

Illustrator

Job description

Carters Inc. in Buckhead (Atlanta) is seeking an experienced Technical Designer to execute development activities and support fit execution across categories. This role reports to the Sr.

Technical Designer and is an individual contributor. You will create tech packs, support fit sessions, document fit comments, ensure specs and construction details are accurate, and communicate updates to cross-functional partners.