Associate Technical Designer – Junior's Apparel

Goldentouchgroup; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned apparel manufacturer in New York is looking for a Technical Designer to support their Juniors category. In this role, you'll collaborate with the Technical Design Leader and Design Team to uphold fit and quality standards. Responsibilities include evaluating garment samples, participating in fit sessions, and maintaining accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of experience in technical design or apparel development. This position offers a hybrid work schedule and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in technical design or apparel product development preferred.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit standards, and grading.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly fit sessions and assist in evaluating garment prototypes.
• Measure samples prior to fittings and take detailed notes during the fit process.
• Complete and distribute accurate fit reports post-fitting sessions.

Skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field

Tools

PLM systems

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Technical Designer to support our Juniors category. In this role, you will partner closely with the Technical Design Leader and Design Team to uphold fit, construction, and quality standards, ensuring a consistent and positive customer experience.

This position plays a key role in evaluating garment samples, participating in fit sessions, and maintaining accurate technical documentation throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to balance design intent with production-ready execution.

Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly fit sessions and assist in evaluating garment prototypes
• Measure samples prior to fittings and take detailed notes during the fit process
• Complete and distribute accurate fit reports post-fitting sessions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate design intent into production-ready garments, balancing aesthetic and technical requirements
• Recommend appropriate adjustments to specifications, patterns, and construction methods to enhance garment fit, balance, and overall quality
• Maintain fit consistency across the Juniors category by applying standard grade rules aligned with customer or in-house guidelines
• Ensure adherence to the Product Lifecycle Calendar, particularly with timely Garment Fit Approvals
• Communicate daily with overseas offices and vendor partners to resolve fit and quality concerns and meet production timelines

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in technical design or apparel product development preferred
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit standards, and grading
• Proficient in measurement techniques and interpreting technical specifications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Experience with PLM systems and Adobe Illustrator is a plus

Hybrid Work Schedule

4 days a week in the office, 1 day work from home

New York Pay Rate $63,000 - $75,000

We strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.

Company Overview

Golden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years. We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy and women’s apparel.

Diversity Vision Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.