SKIMS Assistant Technical Designer

SKIMS

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 41,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Fertility benefits

401(k) match

Unlimited PTO

LinkedIn Learning

Employee discounts

Free lunch

Dog-friendly office

Annual parties

Free snacks

Job summary

SKIMS is seeking an organized Assistant Technical Designer to support the Technical Design team across the product development lifecycle. You will assist with fittings, tech packs, measurements, and sample tracking, coordinating with Design, Product Development, Production, and vendors.

This entry-level role offers exposure to global brand operations and a fast-paced, innovative environment where you can grow technical expertise and contribute to SKIMS’ standards for fit, construction, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Product Development, Apparel Production, or related field.
1–2 years of technical design, product development, or apparel production experience.
Foundational understanding of garment construction, patternmaking, fit, measurements, and grading.
Experience measuring garments and working with technical specifications.
Familiarity with technical packages and product development processes.
Experience with PLM systems is preferred.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Excel.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Support the Technical Design team throughout development and production lifecycle from prototype to final production approval.
Create, update, and maintain technical packages with measurements, construction details, specs, and fit comments.
Review samples against specs and identify measurement, construction, or workmanship issues.
Measure garments accurately and maintain measurement specs during development.
Support creation and maintenance of grade rules and size specifications.
Help ensure product consistency across styles, categories, and size ranges.
Prepare garments and documentation for fit sessions; attend fittings and capture fit comments.
Communicate fit changes to vendors and factories clearly and quickly.
Maintain organized fit records and track changes across samples.
Ensure fit approvals align with product development calendar.
Maintain accurate technical information in PLM and other systems.
Update tech packs, construction details, sketches, measurements, and fit comments.
Review factory submissions and ensure changes are implemented correctly.
Keep records of samples, approvals, fit history, and technical docs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Adobe Illustrator

Excel

Garment construction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion/Technical Design or related field

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody.

At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers.

As we continue to scale globally, our HQ teams play a critical role in shaping strategy, building world-class infrastructure, and driving sustainable growth across markets.

About the Role

SKIMS is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented Assistant Technical Designer to support the Technical Design team throughout the product development and production process.

This role will assist in ensuring that products meet SKIMS’ standards for fit, construction, quality, consistency, and performance. Working closely with Technical Design, Design, Product Development, Production, and external vendors, the Assistant Technical Designer will support fittings, technical documentation, sample tracking, and day-to-day communication throughout the product lifecycle.

This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career technical designer who is eager to build their expertise within a fast-paced, innovative, and rapidly growing global brand.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Design & Product Development

Support the Technical Design team throughout the development and production lifecycle, from initial prototype through final production approval.
Assist in creating, updating, and maintaining technical packages, including measurements, construction details, specifications, and fit comments.
Review samples against technical specifications and identify inconsistencies in measurements, construction, and workmanship.
Assist with measuring garments accurately and maintaining measurement specifications throughout development.
Support the creation and maintenance of grade rules and size specifications.
Help ensure product consistency across styles, categories, and size ranges.

Fit Sessions

Prepare garments, technical documentation, and measurement information for fit sessions.
Attend fittings and accurately capture fit comments, construction changes, and required sample revisions.
Assist Technical Designers in communicating clear and actionable fit comments to vendors and factories.
Maintain organized fit records and track changes across sample iterations.
Help ensure fit approvals and deadlines remain aligned with the product development calendar.

Technical Documentation

Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical information within PLM and other internal systems.
Support updates to tech packs, construction details, sketches, measurements, and fit comments.
Assist with reviewing factory submissions and ensuring requested changes have been accurately executed.
Maintain organized records of samples, approvals, fit history, and technical documentation.

Cross-Functional Partnership

Partner closely with Design, Product Development, Production, Merchandising, and Technical Design teams to support the successful execution of product.
Communicate with domestic and international vendors regarding samples, measurements, fit comments, and technical updates.
Help identify potential fit or construction issues early and elevate concerns appropriately.
Support multiple styles and development timelines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Product Development, Apparel Production, or a related field preferred.
1-2 years of technical design, product development, or apparel production experience; relevant internships will also be considered
Foundational understanding of garment construction, patternmaking, fit, measurements, and grading
Experience measuring garments and working with technical specifications
Familiarity with technical packages and product development processes
Experience with PLM systems is preferred
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable receiving feedback, asking questions, and learning quickly
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and functions.