Product Designer - Specialized 4

Aquent; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health/vision/dental plans

Paid sick leave

Retirement plans with match

Free online training

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a Senior Technical Designer for a ~6-month contract to translate creative concepts into high-quality apparel products. You will influence fit, construction, and product integrity while coordinating with Design and Product Management to meet timelines and sustainability goals.

The role requires 3+ years in technical design for apparel, strong CAD/3D software skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects with factory partners. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in apparel design, textile science, or related field; 2 years of additional product creation experience may substitute.
• Minimum 3 years of technical design experience in the apparel industry, from concept through production, pattern making, grading, construction, materials, costing, manufacturing, and quality.
• Experience interpreting design intent and offering alternative solutions, acting as a technical resource.
• Experience writing product specifications and construction standards instructions.
• Experience working with factory vendors to ensure and improve manufacturability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate fit and construction from concept through to commercialization and production for assigned styles.
• Lead on-time delivery and development according to critical dates, product specifications, and sustainability, performance, and profitability goals.
• Create and revise Tech Packs for assigned styles, ensuring all development documentation is maintained, including product specifications and prototype notes.
• Execute fit and construction standards for a team or product group to ensure consistency across products.
• Track and facilitate prototyping for styles; identify and address key issues and challenges in construction/manufacturing, and plan accordingly to deliver proven and tested products.
• Monitor and communicate progress and challenges throughout the product testing process to meet product integrity requirements.
• Keep abreast of market trends, team goals, new technologies, and consumer needs throughout the development process, engaging appropriately to ensure projects are completed within corporate guidelines and goals.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Management, and other partners on tailoring products to specific consumer needs.

Skills

Interpret design intent

Product development experience

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in apparel design or textile science

Alternative: 2 years product creation experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Optitex CAD pattern design

CLO3D / Browzwear 3D software

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Technical Designer highly skilled individual to join our client’s dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in transforming creative concepts into tangible, high-quality products that inspire athletes worldwide. Your expertise will directly influence the fit, construction, and overall integrity of cutting-edge designs, ensuring every product meets the highest standards of performance and sustainability. This is an incredible opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders, push the boundaries of design, and leave your mark on globally recognized products.

This is a contract role with an anticipated duration of approximately 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the fit and construction process from initial concept through to commercialization and production for assigned styles.
• Lead on-time delivery and development according to critical dates, product specifications, and sustainability, performance, and profitability goals.
• Create and revise Tech Packs for assigned styles, ensuring all appropriate development documentation is maintained, including product specifications and prototype notes.
• Execute fit and construction standards for a team or product group to ensure consistency across products.
• Track and facilitate prototyping for styles; identify and address key issues and challenges in construction/manufacturing, and plan accordingly to deliver proven and tested products.
• Monitor and communicate progress and challenges throughout the product testing process to meet product integrity requirements.
• Keep abreast of market trends, team goals, new technologies, and consumer needs throughout the development process, engaging appropriately to ensure projects are completed within corporate guidelines and goals.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Management, and other partners on tailoring products to specific consumer needs.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in apparel design, textile science, or a related field. Two years of additional product creation experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 3 years of technical design experience in the apparel industry, including the apparel development process from inception through production, pattern making, grading, construction, materials, costing, manufacturing, and quality.
• Experience interpreting design intent, offering alternative solutions, and acting as a technical resource.
• Experience writing product specifications and construction standards instructions.
• Experience working with factory vendors to ensure and improve manufacturability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator.
• Experience using CAD Pattern Design software (e.g., Optitex).
• Experience using 3D software (e.g., CLO3D, Browzwear).
• Proficiency with MS Office programs.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs (e.g., fit forms).
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time (domestic and international).

Desired Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Great energy and enthusiasm.
• Solution-oriented mindset.
• Positive outlook.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match.

Benefits

• subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match.
• free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.