Technical Designer

Aéropostale; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Associate discount on Catalyst Brands

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Catalyst Brands is seeking a Technical Designer to evaluate apparel in terms of style, measurement and construction for market-ready fit and quality. You will work with Design and Product Development to finalize product packages and ensure brand consistency.

Responsibilities include leading fit sessions, communicating issues to international offices and factories, and maintaining standards across development timelines. Strong CAD skills and fabric construction knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• College degree in fine arts or design, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of technical design experience.
• Knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking and manufacturing process.
• A trained eye for proportion, balance and aesthetic details.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates confidence and assertiveness in fit presentation.
• Ability to self-manage, work independently, multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Proactive on problem solving and resolution oriented.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design and Product Development teams to determine fit and aesthetics.
• Complete product packages in FlexPLM, including measurements, construction details and technical sketches.
• Establish and maintain fit and construction standards to ensure brand consistency and quality.
• Prepare and lead fit sessions with Design and Product Development, discuss fit history and propose construction options.
• Resolve and communicate fit and construction issues with IBOs and factories within timelines.
• Daily communication with IBO, vendors, and cross-functional partners.
• Enhance fit and quality through review of customer comments and competitive analysis.

Skills

Garment proportions

Proportion & balance

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

College degree in fine arts or design

Tools

Flex PLM

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Web PDM

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Overview

The Technical Designer provides technical expertise to evaluate apparel merchandise in terms of style, measurement and construction to achieve the appropriate fit, quality and design interpretation for the manufacturer to follow.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design and Product Development teams to determine fit and aesthetics.
• Complete product packages in FlexPLM, including measurements, construction details and technical sketches.
• Establish and maintain fit and construction standards to ensure brand consistency and quality.
• Prepare and lead fit sessions with Design and Product Development, discuss fit history when presenting current fit and recommend alternative methods of construction or options for components when necessary.
• Resolve and communicate fit and construction issues to International Buying Offices and factories within the development and production timelines.
• Daily communication and follow through with IBO, vendors, and all cross-functional partners.
• Enhance fit and quality through review of customer comments, competitive analysis, and conducting fit symposiums.

Qualifications

• College degree in fine arts or design, or equivalent work experience in a design related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of technical design experience required.
• Knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking and manufacturing process.
• A trained eye for proportion, balance and aesthetic details.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates confidence and assertiveness in fit presentation.
• Ability to self-manage, works independently, multitask, and consistently meets deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with an acute attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Proactive on problem solving and resolution oriented.
• Proficiency in: Flex PLM, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Web PDM, Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

What You Get

• medical/dental/vision
• term life insurance
• paid vacation/holidays*
• 401(k) with Company match
• associate discount on all Catalyst Brands merchandise
• paid holidays for associates eligible for paid vacation (MTO)
• eight paid holidays during the calendar year
• additional compensation for store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday
• *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com

Pay Range

USD $62,700.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.