Assistant Technical Designer- Apparel

Oved Group; New York (NY); In loco; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health benefits: Medical, Dental, and

401(k) + company-paid life insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) + holidays

Family-oriented culture

Sustainability initiatives

Descrizione del lavoro

o5 group in New York City seeks a Technical Designer, Kids to translate creative designs into precise technical specs ensuring fit and quality across production. You’ll manage samples, provide feedback on construction, and collaborate with overseas factories to resolve issues.

You will review productions, maintain documentation, and support cross-functional projects to meet seasonal deadlines with attention to detail and ownership.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience as a Technical Designer in apparel (wholesale or vertical brand environment preferred).
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office Suite, and CAD systems.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fit standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal partners and overseas factories.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.
• Proactive, adaptable, and resourceful with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Mansioni

• Create detailed technical specification packages and review samples for fit, pattern accuracy, and construction quality.
• Lead and participate in live model fittings, evaluating garments for balance, proportion, and quality, and provide clear feedback to resolve fit or construction issues.
• Review pre-production and production samples to ensure consistency with design intent and quality standards.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all technical details are properly executed and production-ready.
• Communicate daily with overseas factories to clarify specifications, review comments, and resolve production or fit-related questions.
• Maintain organized documentation of all technical specifications, revisions, and fit comments for accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, and other cross-functional work as needed to meet seasonal deadlines and business goals.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple categories and priorities with attention to detail and strong follow-through.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design/Technical Design or related field

Strumenti

Adobe Illustrator

CAD systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Descrizione del lavoro

o5 group is an industry leader in global fashion & apparel design with 40+ years of success across wholesale, e-comm, and marketplace. We are privately held, HQ’d in NYC with brand offices in CA — a dynamic portfolio of global brands committed to operational excellence in design, product development, production, sourcing, distribution & logistics. With category expertise in full-collection menswear, womenswear, childrenswear, and infant/toddler, we specialize in denim, outerwear, activewear, and loungewear — trusted by top retailers.

About the Role

The Technical Designer, Kids is responsible for translating creative designs into clear, actionable technical specifications to ensure garments are produced with consistent fit, quality, and construction. This role operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and requires a detail-oriented, proactive professional who can manage multiple priorities while supporting evolving business needs across categories.

How You’ll Contribute

• Create detailed technical specification packages and review samples for fit, pattern accuracy, and construction quality.
• Lead and participate in live model fittings, evaluating garments for balance, proportion, and quality, and provide clear feedback to resolve fit or construction issues.
• Review pre-production and production samples to ensure consistency with design intent and quality standards.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all technical details are properly executed and production-ready.
• Communicate daily with overseas factories to clarify specifications, review comments, and resolve production or fit-related questions.
• Maintain organized documentation of all technical specifications, revisions, and fit comments for accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, and other cross-functional work as needed to meet seasonal deadlines and business goals.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple categories and priorities with attention to detail and strong follow-through.

What You Bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience as a Technical Designer in apparel (wholesale or vertical brand environment preferred).
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office Suite, and CAD systems.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fit standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal partners and overseas factories.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.
• Proactive, adaptable, and resourceful with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Why Join o5 group

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) + company-paid life insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) + company holidays.
• Family-oriented culture.
• Responsibility & Sustainability — at o5 group, this spans economic, social, and environmental impact.