Senior Technical Designer

24 Seven Talent; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected apparel manufacturer in Dallas is seeking a Technical Designer for its menswear category. This role owns the entire technical design process and requires strong expertise in Gerber AccuMark alongside patternmaking skills. Candidates must thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, contributing to a range of apparel from shirts to tailored suits. The ideal candidate has a background in menswear and excellent problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Gerber AccuMark is required.
• Strong foundation in patternmaking through flat pattern and draping.
• Background in menswear, suiting, or structured garments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the complete technical design process for menswear from prototype to production.
• Lead fit sessions independently and deliver accurate fit comments.
• Create and maintain tech packs, graded specs, BOM details, and construction standards.

Skills

Gerber AccuMark

Patternmaking

Leadership in fittings

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Gerber AccuMark

3D programs (CLO, Browzwear)

Job description

A well-established heritage apparel manufacturer is seeking a Technical Designer – Menswear to fully own the technical development of its men’s category. This company is known for its longstanding craftsmanship, Western-influenced product, and commitment to high-quality construction. The role is highly collaborative within a small, fast-moving team and is ideal for candidates with strong Gerber experience, patternmaking expertise, and a background in menswear or tailored product.

Responsibilities

• Own the complete technical design process for menswear from prototype through production
• Lead fit sessions independently and deliver accurate, analytical fit comments
• Create and maintain tech packs, graded specs, BOM details, and construction standards
• Execute 2D patternmaking, pattern revisions, and block development using Gerber AccuMark
• Troubleshoot garment construction, grading, and production issues across legacy and new product categories
• Support both innovation and the maintenance of long-standing style blocks
• Manage a large volume of SKUs across multiple seasons in a fast-paced environment
• Partner closely with Design, Patternmaking, Production, and Sourcing teams
• Contribute to development across shirts, bottoms, outerwear, tailored apparel, and Western-inspired product

What They’re Looking For

• Advanced proficiency in Gerber AccuMark (required)
• Strong foundation in patternmaking (flat pattern and draping)
• Experience leading fittings and owning menswear fit from proto to production
• Background in menswear, suiting, or structured garments strongly preferred
• High energy, strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive within a small, hands-on team
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with lifestyle/contemporary aesthetics a plus
• Experience with 3D programs (CLO, Browzwear, etc.) is a plus