Assistant Tech Designer - Men's Apparel, NYC (In-Person)

David Donahue; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

David Donahue in New York City is seeking an Assistant Technical Designer to support design, product development, and production teams in creating technical packages and specifications for new products.

This in-person, five-day-per-week role involves live model fittings, organizing fit samples, taking detailed notes, uploading fit photos, and ensuring garments meet quality standards and production timelines through close collaboration with design, sales, pre-production and production teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in fashion design, technical design, or related field.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with garment fittings, construction techniques, and patternmaking.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of tech packs and garment construction.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Measure and evaluate garment samples
• Assist with live model and mannequin fittings
• Organize and track fit samples
• Take detailed fit notes during fittings
• Upload fit photos and update tech packs
• Support Technical Designers throughout development and production
• Collaborate closely with Design, Sales, Pre-Production, and Production teams
• Help ensure garment fit, construction, and quality standards are maintained

Skills

Garment fittings

Construction techniques

Patternmaking

Detail orientation

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Degree in fashion design or technical design

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

David Donahue in New York City is seeking an Assistant Technical Designer to support design, product development, and production teams in creating technical packages and specifications for new products.

This in-person, five-day-per-week role involves live model fittings, organizing fit samples, taking detailed notes, uploading fit photos, and ensuring garments meet quality standards and production timelines through close collaboration with design, sales, pre-production and production teams.