Technical Designer-Apparel

Carter's Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Carter's Inc. in Atlanta is seeking a Technical Designer to execute technical development activities aligned with design standards. The role involves creating tech packs, supporting fit sessions, and improving product processes.

The ideal candidate has 3 to 5 years in apparel Technical Design and a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with CLO-3D and strong analytical skills are prerequisites. Enjoy a diverse and inclusive workplace at Carter’s.

Qualifikationen

• 3 to 5 years industry experience in apparel Technical Design.
• Bachelor's Degree or minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office applications.

Aufgaben

• Execute tech pack creation using approved blocks and standards.
• Support fit sessions and document fit comments.
• Track development progress against calendar milestones.

Kenntnisse

Technical Design experience

Apparel construction understanding

Intermediate skills in CLO-3D

Project management skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Tools

Gerber Accumark

Illustrator

Jobbeschreibung

Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.

How you’ll make an impact:

The Technical Designer role is an individual contributor position responsible for executing technical development activities and supporting fit execution across assigned categories. This role operates under the direction of the Sr. Technical Designer and ensures all development work aligns to established fit blocks, standards, and timelines. This role typically reports into the Sr Technical Designer or Tech Design Manager and is based in our Buckhead office.

70%: Development Process:

• Execute tech pack creation using approved blocks, grade rules, and standards
• Support fit sessions and document fit comments and revisions
• Ensure all specs and construction details are accurate and complete
• Communicate development updates to cross-functional partners
• Track development progress against calendar milestones
• Identify and elevate risks related to fit, construction, or timeline

30%: Product & Process Enhancement:

• Create and maintain 3D assets (Clo or equivalent) aligned to development needs
• Support block application and consistency across styles
• Assist in preparing styles for handoff to Production Technical Design
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and documentation

We’d Love to hear from you if: (Requirements section)

Must have:

- 3 to 5 years industry experience in apparel Technical Design.

- Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of 4 years of additional industry experience directly related to apparel Sourcing or Product Development

- Intermediate understanding of apparel construction, grading, ASTM standards and patternmaking.

- Professional conduct and communication with matrix-based organizations and global teams

- Intermediate understanding of CLO-3D (preferred), Browzwear or Optitex,

- Intermediate understanding of Gerber Accumark, and Illustrator.

- Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

- Strong analytical and project management skills; ability to anticipate and proactively arrive at viable solutions

- Demonstrate strong, consistent problem-solving abilities; results driving communication

- Ability to lift small parcels weighing up to 30 lbs.

Preferred skills and experience:

- Ability to assist with special projects such as performing competitor/internal product aesthetics and cost analysis

- Identify process improvements, document procedures and drive efficiencies and/or automation

Carters is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.