Associate / Technical Designer – Kids Apparel

Goldentouchgroup; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Touch in New York is seeking an experienced Technical Design professional to drive pattern development and produce technical packages for costing, proto samples, and product development.

You will measure and translate garment specs into customer-fit standards, ensure design intent is reflected in all specs, and collaborate with Design, Merchandising, and overseas teams to finalize packages. Hybrid schedule offered with 4 days in office and Fridays at home.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years in Technical Design, Patternmaking, Product Development or related apparel field.
• Experience developing technical packages, specs, and garment construction details.
• Strong understanding of fit, balance, grading, patternmaking, and construction.
• Experience with children's apparel is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute the technical design process, creating worksheets and technical packages for costing, proto samples, and development.
• Measure garments and translate measurements into customer-specific fit and sizing.
• Ensure specifications reflect design intent and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Design, Merchandising, and Technical Design to translate ideas into technical packages.
• Communicate development notes to overseas offices, factories, and vendors.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and contribute to departmental goals.
• Work in 3D adjusting patterns based on feedback.

Skills

Technical Design

Patternmaking

Product Development

Fit & Grading

Garment Construction

Technical Packages

MS Office

Browzwear 3D

Children’s Apparel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Technical Design or related field

Tools

Browzwear 3D

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Execute the technical design process during the development stage, creating worksheets and technical packages for costing, proto samples, and product development.
• Measure original garments and reference samples, translating measurements into customer-specific fit and sizing standards.
• Ensure all specifications accurately reflect design intent and customer requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Design, Merchandising, and Technical Design teams to translate aesthetic and fit intentions into executable technical packages.
• Communicate development comments, specifications, and construction details to overseas offices, factories, and vendors.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and contribute to departmental goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work in 3D adjusting patterns based on design/customer feedback

Requirements

• 2-5+ years of experience in Technical Design, Patternmaking, Product Development, or a related apparel field.
• Experience developing technical packages, specifications, and garment construction details.
• Strong understanding of apparel fit, balance, grading, patternmaking, and garment construction.
• Experience working with children's apparel is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.
• Experience with Browzwear 3D is a strong plus.
• Bachelor's Degree in Technical Design, Patternmaking, Fashion Design, Apparel Product Development, or a related field preferred.

Hybrid Work Schedule

4 days a week in the office, Fridays at home

New York Pay Rate $63,000 - $85,000

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.