Senior Technical Designer - Apparel Development & Fit Lead

AMG Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

AMG Companies' Technical Designer will independently guide apparel development for Women's sports bras and underwear, with coverage for Men's sleepwear and underwear. You will drive product from concept through production, ensuring fit, construction, and quality meet standards, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and overseas vendors.

The role emphasizes strong 2D patternmaking, grading, and PLM documentation, with ongoing growth in fit and technical decision-making within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Technical Design.
• 7+ years' working experience in Technical Design.
• Advanced knowledge of garment construction, fit evaluation, 2D patternmaking, grading, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong command of grade rules and graded specifications.
• Proven ability to independently own brands or categories from development through production.
• Experience creating and managing Tech Packs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Proficiency in PLM systems, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with 3D software such as Browzwear is a bonus
• Strong critical thinking and organizational skills; able to navigate multiple development workstreams, and determine clear next steps.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills; self-directed, proactive, and effective with cross-functional teams and overseas vendors.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned brands and styles from concept through production.
• Create and maintain comprehensive Tech Packs, construction details, specs, grading, and HTM pages.
• Lead fit evaluation from prototype through TOP; identify fit, construction, pattern, and quality issues.
• Apply strong 2D patternmaking skills to diagnose fit issues and communicate pattern corrections.
• Review grading and grade rules for accuracy, consistency, and appropriate size progression.
• Communicate clear corrective actions directly to overseas vendors and drive issues through resolution.
• Partner proactively with Design, Product Development, Sourcing, and Production teams.
• Manage multiple styles and seasonal calendars independently; meet key milestones and deadlines.
• Maintain accurate product information and technical documentation within PLM systems.
• Manage multiple development paths within the same product, navigating varying vendors, constructions, and timelines to identify clear direction and maintain product consistency.
• Recommend construction, pattern, and development solutions that support quality and manufacturing efficiency.

Skills

Garment construction

Fit evaluation

2D patternmaking

Grading

Manufacturing processes

PLM systems

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical Design

Tools

Browzwear

PLM software

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AMG Companies' Technical Designer will independently guide apparel development for Women's sports bras and underwear, with coverage for Men's sleepwear and underwear. You will drive product from concept through production, ensuring fit, construction, and quality meet standards, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and overseas vendors.

The role emphasizes strong 2D patternmaking, grading, and PLM documentation, with ongoing growth in fit and technical decision-making within a