Technical Designer

American Society of Interior Designers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Dawson is seeking a Technical Designer for casual intimates and shapewear in New York City. This onsite, project-based contract role pays about $48.76 per hour.

The designer will drive fit from development to final specs, communicating with vendors and collaborating with Design to meet quality and cost targets. Candidates should have a fashion-focused degree and 5+ years of technical design experience in intimates or apparel, with strong know-how in garments fit, tech packs, and fit evaluations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of technical design experience in intimates and/or apparel.
• Strong expertise in garment fit, technical specifications, fit evaluation, and tech packs.
• Open to new ways of working and proactive in identifying solutions to challenges.

Responsibilities

• Execute the technical design process from development through final fit for casual intimates and shapewear.
• Analyze and evaluate garments to establish accurate fit specifications that meet established fit, comfort, and quality standards.
• Develop technical specifications and communicate fit comments, approvals, and corrections to vendors and factories.
• Partner with Design to ensure products align with design intent, manufacturing capabilities, quality standards, and target costs.
• Coordinate adjustments with factories while maintaining the integrity of approved prototypes and ensuring product quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in a fast-paced environment to support product development and resolve challenges.

Skills

Garment fit

Tech packs

Vendor communication

Collaborative problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion or equivalent experience

Job description

Technical Designer – Casual Intimates and Shapewear

$48.76 per hour

Retail

Mon-Friday, 100% Onsite

New York City, NY

Contract, project based

What You’ll Do:

• Execute the technical design process from product development through final fit for casual intimates and shapewear


• Analyze and evaluate garments to establish accurate fit specifications that meet established fit, comfort, and quality standards


• Develop technical specifications and communicate fit comments, approvals, and corrections to vendors and factories


• Partner with Design to ensure products align with design intent, manufacturing capabilities, quality standards, and target costs


• Coordinate adjustments with factories while maintaining the integrity of approved prototypes and ensuring product quality


• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in a fast-paced environment to support product development and resolve challenges

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion or equivalent experience


• 5+ years of technical design experience in intimates and/or apparel


• Strong expertise in garment fit, technical specifications, fit evaluation, and tech packs


• Flexible, collaborative problem-solver who maintains composure in stressful situations


• Approachable, empathetic, and adaptable, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support team needs


• Open to new ways of working and proactive in identifying solutions to challenges


• Able to work onsite in Manhattan


• It is critical that all applicants include details on the specific product types they have worked on, not just the name of the brand. Also, include an example of detailed fit comments & tech pack

About Dawson

Dawson is a trusted staffing partner in Central Ohio. We help job seekers grow their careers with fast feedback, personalized support, and access to multiple employers through one application.