Technical Designer – Ladies Activewear/Sportswear

The Goodkind Group, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goodkind Group, LLC seeks a detail-oriented Technical Designer to join its Ladies Active/Sportswear team in New York. You will translate concepts into production-ready products by managing technical specifications, ensuring precise fit, and maintaining high-quality from prototype to final production.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in technical design for Ladies Activewear; proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and CAD is essential, with strong patternmaking and construction knowledge and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or related field.
• 5–10 years in technical design for Ladies Activewear/Sportswear; Outerwear experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Illustrator and CAD; deep knowledge of garment construction and patternmaking.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain tech packs with sketches, BOMs, measurements, construction methods, and grading.
• Manage production packaging details, including care/content labels, carton markings, fold/hanger specs, and UPC codes.
• Lead fit sessions on live models and communicate adjustments to maintain design integrity, comfort, and functionality.
• Review prototypes and pre-production samples with manufacturers for design and quality compliance.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, and Production teams to meet brand standards, timelines, and cost targets.
• Troubleshoot construction issues during development and provide innovative solutions for aesthetic and functional goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Adaptability

Patternmaking knowledge

Adobe Illustrator

CAD software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or Technical Design

Tools

CAD software

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Designer to join their Ladies Active/Sportswear team in New York. You will translate creative concepts into production-ready products by managing technical specifications, ensuring precise fit, and maintaining high-quality standards from prototype to final production.

Key Responsibilities

• Tech Pack Development: Create and maintain comprehensive tech packs, including detailed sketches, BOMs, measurements, construction methods, and grading.
• Packaging & Labeling: Manage production packaging details, including care/content labels, carton markings, fold/hanger specs, and UPC codes.
• Fit & Construction: Lead fit sessions on live models; communicate clear adjustments to maintain design integrity, comfort, and functionality.
• Sample Management: Review prototypes and pre-production samples with manufacturers to ensure design and quality compliance.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with Design, Product Development, and Production teams to meet brand standards, timelines, and cost targets.
• Technical Problem Solving: Troubleshoot construction issues during development, providing innovative solutions for aesthetic and functional goals.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field.
• Experience: 5–10 years in technical design specifically within Ladies Activewear/Sportswear; Outerwear experience is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and CAD software; deep knowledge of garment construction and patternmaking.
• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in grading, measurements, and technical specifications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written skills for effective vendor and internal collaboration.
• Adaptability: Proven ability to manage multiple projects and thrive in a fast-paced environment.