Technical Designer [AQ-14601]

Aquent; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental plans

Paid sick leave

Retirement plan with company match

Online training through Aquent Gym

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a skilled Garment Technical Designer to join our client’s team in San Francisco. You will translate designs into precise specifications, manage fit and construction, and collaborate with vendors to ensure brand standards are met.

You will influence cross-functional partners, drive cost-aware prototyping, and ensure consistency across product lines while supporting sustainable and inclusive fashion development.

Qualifications

• A general understanding and practical application of garment construction, patternmaking, alterations, and grading.
• Well-versed in Fit, Construction, and Quality standards.
• Strong understanding of brand, customer, and cost requirements.
• Understanding of relevant product lifecycle management or tech pack management systems.
• Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to recommend effective solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to be a strong collaborator and influencer.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and execute design aesthetics through consistent fit and construction, aligned with customer needs.
• Collaborate and influence cross-functional partners and vendors effectively.
• Translate design concepts into detailed specifications for costing and first prototypes.
• Leverage fit strategies and maintain overall customer fit consistency across products.
• Troubleshoot and communicate fit issues promptly and clearly.
• Provide valuable input on fit & construction risk management strategies.
• Ensure both physical and digital samples comply with brand standards throughout the product creation process.

Skills

Garment construction

Patternmaking

Alterations

Grading

Fit and construction standards

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Brand and cost awareness

Tech Pack management

Tools

Tech Pack management system

Job description

Aquent is proud to partner with a leading global enterprise at the forefront of shaping the future of retail, dedicated to delivering exceptional products to customers worldwide. This innovative company focuses on quality and design excellence, ensuring every item meets the highest standards of fit and customer satisfaction.

Imagine a role where your expertise directly translates innovative designs into tangible, high-quality products that delight customers globally. We’re seeking a passionate individual to join a dynamic team, playing a pivotal part in ensuring every garment meets the highest standards of fit and design. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in maintaining and executing design aesthetics, ensuring consistent fit and construction that aligns perfectly with customer needs. You will be at the heart of bringing innovative designs to life, directly influencing the final product, enhancing the customer experience, and making a tangible impact on product quality and customer satisfaction.

Your Impact

• Maintain and execute design aesthetics through consistent fit and construction, aligned with customer needs.
• Collaborate and influence cross-functional partners and vendors effectively.
• Translate design concepts into detailed specifications for costing and first prototypes.
• Leverage fit strategies and maintain overall customer fit consistency across products.
• Troubleshoot and communicate fit issues promptly and clearly.
• Provide valuable input on fit & construction risk management strategies.
• Ensure both physical and digital samples comply with brand standards throughout the product creation process.

What You'll Bring

Must-Have Qualifications

• A general understanding and practical application of garment construction, patternmaking, alterations, and grading.
• Well-versed in Fit, Construction, and Quality standards.
• Strong understanding of brand, customer, and cost requirements.
• Understanding of relevant product lifecycle management or tech pack management systems.
• Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to recommend effective solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to be a strong collaborator and influencer.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of 3D rendering and/or digital pattern software.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Client Description

Global retail company specializing in apparel and accessories. The company focuses on casual, stylish, and affordable fashion, catering to a broad customer base. With an emphasis on sustainability, inclusivity, and digital transformation, our client continues to evolve its business to meet changing consumer needs.