Technical Designer-Apparel

Carters Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Carters Inc., located in Buckhead, Atlanta, is hiring a Technical Designer responsible for the execution of technical development activities. The position requires overseeing fit execution, creating tech packs, and supporting process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of Apparel Technical Design experience and a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Apparel Sourcing or Product Development. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is a core value of Carters.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of industry experience in apparel Technical Design.
• Intermediate understanding of ASTM standards and patternmaking.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute tech pack creation using approved blocks and standards.
• Support fit sessions and document fit comments.
• Communicate development updates to cross-functional partners.

Skills

Apparel Technical Design

Apparel construction

Project management

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

CLO-3D

Gerber Accumark

Illustrator

Job description

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 escalates 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

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.