Assistant Technical Designer

Lucky Brand; New York; On-site; USD 57,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount on Catalyst Brands

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Eight paid holidays

Job summary

Catalyst Brands in New York is seeking an Assistant Technical Designer to support evaluation of apparel merchandise for fit, quality, and design interpretation. You will work with Design and Pre-Production teams to finalize product packages in Flex PLM and communicate with international offices and factories.

The role requires a college degree and 1+ years in technical design or related field, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• College degree in related field required.
• 1+ years of Technical Design or similar experience is a plus.
• Some knowledge of garment construction and manufacturing process.
• An eye for proportion, balance and aesthetic details.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Develops confidence and assertiveness in fit presentation.
• Ability to multitask and consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with an acute attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Proactive on problem solving and seeks input for optimum resolutions as needed.
• Proficiency in software: Flex PLM, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design and Pre-Production teams with guidance from Sr. Technical Designer or Technical Design Lead to determine fit and aesthetics.
• Complete product packages in Flex PLM software, including measurements, construction details and technical sketches.
• Establish and maintain fit and construction standards to ensure brand consistency and quality.
• Review with the Sr. Technical Designer or Technical Design Lead fit history when presenting current fit and recommend alternative methods of construction or options for components when necessary.
• Prepare and actively participate in fit sessions.
• Resolve and communicate fit and construction issues to International Buying Offices and factories within the development and production timelines.
• Daily communication and follow through with IBO, vendors, and all cross-functional partners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Education

College degree in related field

Tools

Flex PLM

Illustrator

Photoshop

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Overview

Assistant Technical Designer develops basic technical expertise to assist in evaluate apparel merchandise in terms of style, measurement and construction to achieve the appropriate fit, quality and design interpretation for the manufacturer to follow.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design and Pre-Production teams with guidance from Sr. Technical Designer or Technical Design Lead to determine fit and aesthetics.

• Complete product packages in Flex PLM software, including measurements, construction details and technical sketches.

• Establish and maintain fit and construction standards to ensure brand consistency and quality.

• Review with the Sr. Technical Designer or Technical Design Lead fit history when presenting current fit and recommend alternative methods of construction or options for components when necessary.

• Prepare and actively participate in fit sessions.

• Resolve and communicate fit and construction issues to International Buying Offices and factories within the development and production timelines.

• Daily communication and follow through with IBO, vendors, and all cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• College degree in related field required.

• 1 + years of Technical Design or similar experience is a plus.

• Some knowledge of garment construction and manufacturing process.

• An eye for proportion, balance and aesthetic details.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Develops confidence and assertiveness in fit presentation.

• Ability to multitask and consistently meet deadlines.

• Strong organizational skills with an acute attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.

• Proactive on problem solving and seeks input for optimum resolutions as needed.

• Proficiency in software: Flex PLM, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

What you get:

If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays*, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on all Catalyst Brands merchandise. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation. *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com

Pay Range

USD $57,200.00 - USD $104,000.00 /Yr.