Associate Technical Designer: Fit & Construction

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Associate discount

Job summary

Lucky Brand is seeking an Assistant Technical Designer to support the evaluation of apparel merchandise for fit, quality and design interpretation. You will collaborate with Design and Pre-Production teams, prepare product packages in Flex PLM, and maintain fit standards to ensure the brand's consistency and quality.

The role requires a college degree and 1+ years in technical design or related areas, with knowledge of garment construction and strong communication 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 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

Eye for proportion

Strong communication

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Proactive in fit presentation

Education

College degree in related field

Tools

Flex PLM

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Lucky Brand is seeking an Assistant Technical Designer to support the evaluation of apparel merchandise for fit, quality and design interpretation. You will collaborate with Design and Pre-Production teams, prepare product packages in Flex PLM, and maintain fit standards to ensure the brand's consistency and quality.

The role requires a college degree and 1+ years in technical design or related areas, with knowledge of garment construction and strong communication skills.