Apparel Technical Designer (Contract)

Ariat International; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k options

Job summary

Ariat International in San Leandro, CA is seeking a seasoned Technical Designer to enhance their innovative team. The role requires over 5 years of expertise in Technical Design, with a focus on fit, patternmaking, and technical construction. Responsibilities include leading product development projects and collaborating with teams to promote quality and efficiency. This contract position offers compensation between $40-45 per hour, and may include select benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Technical Design.
• Deep expertise in fit, patternmaking, grading, and technical construction.
• Exceptional organizational skills and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Work with leaders and teams to drive innovative product development.
• Lead projects, meetings, and fit sessions effectively.
• Adapt quickly to changes and manage product lifecycle.

Skills

Technical Design expertise

Patternmaking

Technical construction knowledge

Adobe Illustrator

Exceptional communication

Tools

Centric PLM

MS Office Suite

Accumark

Job description

We are excited to be adding a seasoned Technical Designer to the Ariat team who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and has great technical accuracy and expertise. The Ariat Technical Design team is committed to creating well-fitting, high-quality products for best client experience. You have an extraordinary opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that has a commitment to innovation, quality, integrity, teamwork, and respect.

You’ll Make a Difference By

• Working with accessible and approachable leaders and teams.
• Impacting change in a culture that promotes doing it differently and beyond status quo.
• Connecting people to the lifestyles and experiences they love.
• Developing innovative product that athletes and general consumers are excited about.
• Creating and seizing opportunities to lead special project initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

About You

• 5+ years of experience in Technical Design.
• A deep expertise and understanding of fit, patternmaking, grading, technical construction, costing, and fabrics.
• A trained eye for proportion, balance and aesthetic details.
• The ability to command a room and lead projects, meetings, fit sessions.
• Experience working with factories; understanding of equipment, garment cutting/sewing/QA/QC process.
• Proficiency in computer skills; use of Adobe Illustrator, MS Office Suite; Centric PLM (or similar PLM system), and 2D patternmaking systems. (Accumark a plus)
• Exceptional multi-tasker and communicator, extremely detail oriented, and possess exceptional organizational skills.
• An energized approach to collaboration and strong influence with partners and vendors.
• Are fast acting and adapts to change quickly.
• Passion for managing a product lifecycle and meeting deadlines.
• Curiosity and zest for improving process and efficiency.

About Ariat

Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work and play outdoors, and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.

The pay range for this position is $40-45 an hour.

This contract position may be eligible for select benefits through the payrolling agency. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance options and 401k.

Ariat will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email [e-mail].