Senior Women’s Technical Outerwear Designer

Connectly Recruiting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Connectly Recruiting is seeking a Senior Women’s Technical Outerwear Designer for our client. The candidate will lead design for women’s technical outerwear, translating concepts into technically sound jackets with strong fabrication and cost awareness.

The role emphasizes AI-enabled design, trend research, and collaboration with production teams and overseas factories to optimize materials, costs and performance while maintaining feminine aesthetics.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated 7+ years designing women’s outerwear, including technical performance products.
• Strong understanding of jacket engineering, construction, fit and fabrication.
• Experience applying AI tools to design, trend and development workflows.

Responsibilities

• Own the creative direction for Women’s technical and performance outerwear categories.
• Produce technical drawings, tech packs and garment construction details.
• Select materials, insulation systems and trims for each product.
• Develop silhouettes balancing fit, technical performance and aesthetics.
• Monitor market trends and translate findings into new designs and opportunities.
• Collaborate with Production and overseas partners on costing and optimization.
• Ensure quality, function and design intent while pursuing cost efficiencies.
• Incorporate AI technologies into design and development processes.
• Research new AI design tools to improve efficiency and outcomes.
• Maintain ongoing communication with Merchandising and factories throughout lifecycle.

Skills

7+ years outerwear design

Technical jacket development

Construction and fabrication

AI in design

Job description

Connectly Recruiting is seeking a Senior Women’s Technical Outerwear Designer for our client. The candidate will lead design for women’s technical outerwear, translating concepts into technically sound jackets with strong fabrication and cost awareness.

The role emphasizes AI-enabled design, trend research, and collaboration with production teams and overseas factories to optimize materials, costs and performance while maintaining feminine aesthetics.