Technical Designer Assistant

TravisMathew; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TravisMathew in Huntington Beach, CA, is hiring an entry-level Technical Design Assistant to support the Technical Design team through development to production. You will assist with fit, pattern development, and technical documentation while gaining hands‑on experience across product categories.

The role offers exposure to Browzwear and digital product creation workflows, with responsibilities including maintaining records, processing samples, and supporting development milestones, aiming to

Qualifications

• Associates degree or coursework in Apparel Design, Technical Design, Product Development, Patternmaking, or related field preferred.
• Internship or prior apparel industry experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of garment measurements and apparel construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Technical Design team in managing seasonal product development activities.
• Receive, organize, track, and process fit samples throughout development.
• Maintain development tracking reports, sample logs, fit trackers, and work‑in‑progress documentation.
• Prepare garments and supporting materials for fit sessions.
• Attend fit sessions, record fit comments, and document next steps.
• Assist with measuring garments and comparing measurements to specifications.
• Update fit comments, specifications, and technical information in Centric PLM.
• Maintain pattern libraries, specification libraries, and fit reference standards.
• Organize category samples, mock‑ups, trims, and technical development materials.
• Support adherence to development calendars and critical milestone dates.
• Build a foundational understanding of fit evaluation, garment construction, and pattern development.
• Gain exposure to Browzwear and digital product creation workflows.
• Partner with Technical Designers, Product Development, Design, and Production teams to support product execution.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organization

Garment measurements & apparel constr.

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Associate degree or coursework in Apparel Design/Technical Design

Internship or prior apparel industry experience

Basic understanding of garment measurements & apparel construction

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Centric PLM

PLM systems

Job description

TravisMathew is a premium apparel brand that exists because we seized an opportunity—and we’re inviting you to take yours. Back in 2007, we saw there weren’t many companies whose clothing bridged the gap between performance and lifestyle, so we created our own. Inspired by the sun, surf, and sand of Southern California, we became a leading innovator in lifestyle performance apparel by making clothes for real life—plus working with premium wholesalers, building a leading e-commerce business, and opening retail stores around the world. We invite you to join team TravisMathew.

The Technical Design Assistant supports the Technical Design team throughout the product development process, from initial development through production. This role assists with garment fit, construction, pattern development, and technical documentation while gaining hands‑on experience across assigned product categories.

Responsibilities include maintaining development records, processing samples, supporting fit sessions, updating technical specifications, and assisting with seasonal development milestones. This is an entry-level opportunity designed to build the technical skills and industry knowledge needed to progress into an Associate Technical Designer role.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Support the Technical Design team in managing seasonal product development activities.
• Receive, organize, track, and process fit samples throughout development.
• Maintain development tracking reports, sample logs, fit trackers, and work‑in‑progress documentation.
• Prepare garments and supporting materials for fit sessions.
• Attend fit sessions, record fit comments, and document next steps.
• Assist with measuring garments and comparing measurements to specifications.
• Update fit comments, specifications, and technical information in Centric PLM.
• Maintain pattern libraries, specification libraries, and fit reference standards.
• Organize category samples, mock‑ups, trims, and technical development materials.
• Support adherence to development calendars and critical milestone dates.
• Build a foundational understanding of fit evaluation, garment construction, and pattern development.
• Gain exposure to Browzwear and digital product creation workflows.
• Partner with Technical Designers, Product Development, Design, and Production teams to support product execution.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator.
• Basic knowledge of garment measurements and apparel construction.
• Ability to learn PLM systems and technical processes.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Education And Experience

• Associate degree, technical certification, or coursework in Apparel Design, Technical Design, Product Development, Patternmaking, or related field preferred.
• Internship or prior apparel industry experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of garment measurements and apparel construction preferred.

17.21 - 21.49 - 25.77 USD Hourly

Experience comes in many forms – skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way.

We know that diversity makes for the best problem‑solving and creative thinking, which is why we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.

TravisMathew is an Equal Employment Opportunity