CAD Designer

Sweet Apparel Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

401k

Summer Fridays

Job summary

Sweet Apparel Inc. in New York, NY is seeking a CAD Designer to join its on-site Midtown Manhattan team. The role focuses on creating 2D CAD flats, developing junior apparel designs, and ensuring production-ready artwork for cross-functional teams.

You will collaborate with Design, Sales and Production to drive trend-driven products, maintain CAD libraries, and deliver accurate color matching using Pantone/CSI standards while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Textile/Print/Fashion/Graphic Design preferred.
• 3+ years of CAD or Print Design experience.
• Extremely proficient in Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator.
• Strong color sense & color conversions (Pantone/CSI).
• Versatility in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with multitasking and strict deadlines.
• Strong time management skills and prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Create 2D CAD flat sketches from samples, garments, specs and references in collaboration with Design and Sales.
• Conceptualize and develop junior apparel designs aligned with current fashion trends and customer needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of garment specs and construction in the Junior Apparel industry.
• Collaborate with the Team Leader on new projects, trend research, product development and sketch creation.
• Create CADs, colorways, and graphics for use by Sales, Design and Production teams.
• Maintain and organize CAD, graphics, prints, and artwork libraries.
• Modify house artwork, body sketches, and graphics to meet customer requests and seasonal direction.
• Prepare and present fashion flats and CAD presentations for buyer meetings and product development reviews.
• Utilize Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop proficiently with Pantone/CSI color standards.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced fashion environment.
• Prioritize assignments with accuracy and accountability.
• Maintain organization and ensure all work is completed efficiently.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Sales, Production, and Merchandising.
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability and a positive team-oriented attitude.
• Assist in preparing artwork packages and production-ready files for overseas vendors.
• Ensure CADs and artwork are production-ready prior to release.
• Support seasonal line development by updating styles and creating new colorways.
• Maintain brand consistency and meet customer requirements.

Skills

CAD Design

Print Design

Color matching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Textile/Print/Fashion/Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Sweet Apparel Inc. is a fast-paced apparel manufacturer specializing in quick turn production for juniors, women's, men's, and kids' clothing. The company is recognized for high standards in design, quality, and timely delivery to retail partners and brands. Teams collaborate closely across design, production, and operations to bring fashion-forward products to market efficiently.

CAD Designer

Please note: this is an on-site position in Midtown Manhattan where we work in office 5 days/week!

Key Responsibilities

• Create 2D CAD flat sketches from original samples, garments, specifications, and reference photos while collaborating with the Design and Sales teams.
• Conceptualize and develop junior apparel designs aligned with current fashion trends and customer needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of garment specifications and construction within the Junior Apparel industry.
• Collaborate with the Team Leader on new projects, trend research, product development, and sketch creation.
• Create CADs, colorways, and graphics for use by the Sales, Design, and Production teams.
• Maintain and organize CAD, graphics, prints, and artwork libraries.
• Modify house artwork, body sketches, and graphics to meet customer requests and seasonal color and trend direction.
• Prepare and present fashion flats and CAD presentations for buyer meetings and product development reviews.
• Utilize Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop proficiently, with a strong understanding of color matching, including Pantone and CSI color standards.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced fashion environment.
• Prioritize assignments effectively while maintaining accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Maintain a high level of organization and ensure all work is completed accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Design, Sales, Production, and Merchandising.
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and a positive team-oriented attitude.
• Assist in preparing artwork packages and production-ready files for overseas vendors.
• Ensure CADs and artwork are accurate and production-ready prior to release.
• Support seasonal line development by updating existing styles and creating new colorways.
• Maintain consistency with brand standards and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Textile/Print/Fashion/Graphic Design preferred
• 3+ years of experience in CAD or Print Design
• Extremely proficient in Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
• Strong color sense & color converting from fabric to Pantone/CSI colors
• Versatility in a fast-paced environment
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects with strict deadlines
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize workload

What We Offer

• Health Insurance, PTO, 401k, Summer Fridays!
• Exposure to the complete product lifecycle-from concept and product development through production and retail launch.
• Opportunity to support innovative programs for leading retailers and globally recognized brands.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Target compensation for this role starts at $70k/yr dependent on experience