Senior Technical Designer - Athletic & Performance Wear

Bass Pro, LLC; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Bass Pro Cares Fund

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops Base Camp in Springfield, MO is seeking a Technical Designer for Athletic & Performance Apparel. You will lead the technical development from concept to production, ensuring fit, construction, and quality align with brand standards and consumer needs.

The role requires 5–7 years in premium athletic design, deep knowledge of patternmaking and grading, and proficiency with 2D/3D tools and PLM systems. Apply by Dec 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Technical Design, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in premium athletic and performance apparel technical design.
• Strong understanding of garment construction and tech pack creation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of assigned apparel styles from concept through production.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, and Merchandising to execute seasonal strategies.
• Create and manage detailed tech packs with specifications and fit standards.
• Conduct and lead fit sessions with dress forms or live models; provide actionable feedback to vendors.
• Analyze prototype and fit samples for measurement, construction, and quality; resolve technical issues.
• Maintain consistency in fit and construction across vendors and product categories.
• Communicate with overseas offices and vendors to ensure timely development and production.
• Support product testing and wearer trials to validate fit and durability.

Skills

Patternmaking

Garment construction

Tech pack creation

Fittings leadership

Vendor communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design or Technical Design

Tools

PLM systems

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

CLO

Browzwear

Job description

Bass Pro Shops Base Camp in Springfield, MO is seeking a Technical Designer for Athletic & Performance Apparel. You will lead the technical development from concept to production, ensuring fit, construction, and quality align with brand standards and consumer needs.

The role requires 5–7 years in premium athletic design, deep knowledge of patternmaking and grading, and proficiency with 2D/3D tools and PLM systems. Apply by Dec 30, 2026.