Senior Technical Designer, Bottoms – Fit & Production

KnitWell Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Career development opportunities

Volunteer & charitable programs

Medical, dental, vision + 401(K)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Talbots is seeking a Technical Designer to lead the transition of apparel styles from design concept to production-ready prototypes. You will collaborate across design, sourcing, product development, and merchandising to ensure fit, quality, and delivery while upholding brand standards.

Requirements include 5-7+ years in garment experience with pattern making, fit, and construction, and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of garment experience including pattern making, fit, draping, and garment construction
• Maintaining fit and balance as well as sizing consistency
• Extended fit experience for Missy, Petite, and Plus size
• Keen eye for garment proportion and design aesthetic
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to write clear fit comments with pattern corrections and fit images

Responsibilities

• Facilitate transition from design concept to production-ready prototype
• Collaborate with manager, agents, sourcing, and product development to ensure fit, quality, and delivery
• Execute the sample process by generating computerized specification packages
• Measure and prepare samples from development through production
• Conduct fit evaluation sessions on live models and document results
• Communicate fit direction, specs, diagrams, and photos to vendors and internal teams
• Follow up with overseas office on fit/construction comments while maintaining design integrity
• Ensure seasonal deadlines are met and manage workflow across styles
• Participate in departmental and cross-functional meetings
• Support total department needs and assist with other projects

Skills

Pattern making

Garment construction

Garment fit expertise

Adobe Illustrator

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Degree or Certification in Apparel Manufacturing, Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Talbots is seeking a Technical Designer to lead the transition of apparel styles from design concept to production-ready prototypes. You will collaborate across design, sourcing, product development, and merchandising to ensure fit, quality, and delivery while upholding brand standards.

Requirements include 5-7+ years in garment experience with pattern making, fit, and construction, and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.