Associate Technical Designer - Intimates & Swim

Fashionnova; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401k match

Weekly catered lunches

Team bonding events

Employee discounts

Job summary

Fashionnova is searching for an Associate Technical Designer based in Beverly Hills, California. This role will specialize in Swim and Intimates, focusing on achieving the perfect fit through technical development from prototype to production.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of Technical Design experience and expertise in making pattern adjustments for various sizes. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Technical Design, especially in Swim and Intimates.
• Proven ability to make pattern adjustments for Junior and Plus sizing.
• Strong understanding of elastics and special machinery.

Responsibilities

• Lead live fittings to evaluate fit, comfort, and silhouette.
• Build and maintain precise Tech Packs.
• Inspect all samples from Proto to TOP for quality.

Skills

Technical Design experience

Proficiency in CAD software

Pattern adjustments knowledge

Body contouring understanding

Communication skills

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft/Google Suites

Job description

Role Overview

As our Associate Technical Designer, you are the architect of the perfect fit. Specializing in Swim and Intimates, you will translate design concepts into wearable, high-quality garments that balance comfort, support, and style. You’ll own the technical development process from initial prototype to final production, ensuring our "close-to-body" categories meet rigorous standards for fit, construction, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Own the Fit: Lead live fittings to evaluate support, comfort, and silhouette. You’ll provide precise fit comments and visual corrections to vendors, focusing on the unique challenges of stretch fabrics.
• Technical Engineering: Establish and re-evaluate annual blocks. You will make direct fit corrections using CAD and flat pattern-making, ensuring consistency across all size ranges.
• Precision Tech Packs: Build and maintain detailed Tech Packs, specifically managing complex BOMs (trims, elastics, linings), construction templates, and stretch-based grade rules.
• Sample Lifecycle: Inspect all samples—from Proto to TOP—ensuring construction integrity, proper stitch tension, and adherence to quality standards.
• Collaboration: Partner with Design and Development to select appropriate fabrications and trims that meet both aesthetic and cost goals.
• Market Intelligence: Stay ahead of the curve on new bonding technologies, seam constructions, and consumer trends within the swim and lingerie markets.

Role Requirements

• Experience: 3–5 years in Technical Design, with a specialized focus on Swim, Intimates, or high-stretch performance wear.
• Pattern Expertise: Proven ability to make pattern adjustments for Junior and Plus sizing, with a deep understanding of body contouring and support.
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency in CAD software, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft/Google Suites.
• Material Knowledge: A strong understanding of elastics, specialized machinery (flatlock, overlock), and how different knit fabrications impact fit and recovery.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate technical issues clearly to both domestic and overseas partners.
• Bonus Points: Experience using PLM software.

Benefits

• Brand new state-of-the-art HQ in Beverly Hillls!
• Formalized career paths for continued professional growth
• Comprehensive health insurance across Medical,Dental and Vision
• 401k match, with immediate vesting upon eligibility
• Weekly catered lunches & fully-stock kitchen pantry!
• Opportunities to travel for trade shows and vendor meetings
• Summer Fridays Early Departure
• Team bonding events and programs
• Attractive employee discounts!

Fashion Nova, LLC, and subsidiaries thereof, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are steadfast in our commitment to equal employment opportunities and pledge that these objectives are reflected in all aspects of our daily operations. We will continue to recruit, hire, train, and advance in employment qualified individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, criminal history, or status as an individual with a disability; and shall not discriminate against any individual, any such characteristic, nor any other classification protected by local, state and|or federal law.