Lead Technical Designer - Sleepwear & Fit Specialist

Dreamwear; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dreamwear is seeking a Technical Designer to drive fit and construction for our sleepwear lines in New York. You will lead live-model fittings, manage sample flow, and update tech packs across multiple product categories.

The ideal candidate has 6–8 years in technical design, a pattern making background, and proficiency in Excel, Illustrator, and Photoshop. This role requires independent leadership and strong organizational skills in a fast-paced wholesale setting.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of prior experience in Technical design.
• Degree in pattern making and Technical design is preferred.
• Self-starter with ability to lead and function independently.
• Great attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Team player with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead fittings on live models and convey comments to factories.
• Prioritize and manage sample tracking and fit approvals from first fit through TOP.
• Create initial specs from sketches or samples and update tech packs.
• Collaborate with designers and product development on specs and construction.
• Independently track and prioritize sample flow; check/approve pre-production samples.
• Spec out fit garments in all categories.

Skills

Technical design experience

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Team player

Strong communication

Education

Pattern making degree

Technical design degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft Word

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Dreamwear is seeking a Technical Designer to drive fit and construction for our sleepwear lines in New York. You will lead live-model fittings, manage sample flow, and update tech packs across multiple product categories.

The ideal candidate has 6–8 years in technical design, a pattern making background, and proficiency in Excel, Illustrator, and Photoshop. This role requires independent leadership and strong organizational skills in a fast-paced wholesale setting.