Senior Technical Apparel Designer — Fit, Specs & Production

EMERGING BLUE; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing lifestyle and apparel brand is seeking an experienced Technical Apparel Designer to oversee fit, construction, and technical execution across apparel categories. This role involves leading fit sessions, managing the spec development process, and ensuring production readiness of garments. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Technical Design and at least 8 years of experience, with strong skills in pattern development and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator. The position is pivotal in translating creative vision into high-quality products.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in technical apparel design.
• Formal training in pattern making, garment construction, tailoring, and draping.
• Strong experience with fit, grading, tech packs, and flat sketching.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fit, construction, and technical execution across apparel categories.
• Lead fit sessions with models and cross‑functional partners.
• Ensure garments are production‑ready, meeting all measurement and quality standards.

Skills

Pattern development

Garment construction

Technical execution

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Design, Apparel Design, or a related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Digital pattern tools

3D technical design software

Excel

Job description

A growing lifestyle and apparel brand is seeking an experienced Technical Apparel Designer to oversee fit, construction, and technical execution across apparel categories. This role involves leading fit sessions, managing the spec development process, and ensuring production readiness of garments. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Technical Design and at least 8 years of experience, with strong skills in pattern development and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator. The position is pivotal in translating creative vision into high-quality products.