Childrenswear Technical Designer

H.T. Prof Executive Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a technical designer to manage the product lifecycle from pre-fitting through production fit approval.

You will conduct fittings with live models, record detailed notes, edit comments, document fit corrections, and communicate updates to overseas teams and factories. You will partner with the Director of Technical Designer to create initial technical packages and final graded specifications, and you will execute necessary fit corrections using diagrams and garment

Job description

• Manage the product lifecycle from pre-fitting through production fit approval
• Conduct fittings with live fit models by measuring garments, taking detailed fitting notes, editing comments, documenting fit corrections, and communicating updates to overseas teams and factories
• Partner with the Director of Technical Designer to create comprehensive initial technical packages and final full graded specifications
• Work under the guidance of the Director of Technical Designer to execute necessary fit corrections, using diagrams and garment patterns effectively to achieve the desired fit, silhouette, and style
• Facilitate communication with overseas offices and vendors to identify and resolve garment construction and production issues
• Meet with the Production team weekly to review sample approval status and support compliance with the Time and Action Calendar
• Interact regularly with agents, overseas offices, and vendors to help problem-solve garment engineering issues throughout the product lifecycle
• Maintain accurate and detailed technical documentation throughout the development and production process

In office work with some work from home flexibility on Fridays