Technical Designer - Sleepwear, Intimates

Proteam Solutions, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Proteam Solutions, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Technical Designer for casual sleepwear in Manhattan, NY. The role data-driven, ensuring fit, comfort, quality, construction, and design integrity from development to final approval.

The candidate will lead fittings, communicate technical corrections, and partner with Design, Product Development, and manufacturing teams to meet timelines and cost targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years hands-on apparel technical design experience, preferably in women's sleepwear, intimates, or related categories.
• Strong patternmaking knowledge with ability to evaluate patterns and communicate corrections.
• Experience with both knit and woven fabrics.
• Independently conduct fittings and write detailed fit comments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the technical design process for casual sleepwear from development through final fit approval.
• Independently conduct garment fittings, evaluate fit and construction, and recommend adjustments.
• Analyze patterns and specifications to ensure proper fit, comfort, and functionality.
• Develop and maintain technical specifications, measurement charts, fit comments, and pattern corrections.
• Communicate fit adjustments and technical approvals to vendors and factories.
• Collaborate with Design and Product Development to maintain design intent while meeting quality and cost standards.
• Review prototypes and production garments to resolve technical issues.
• Maintain technical documentation and PLM data in Centric PLM.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and drive follow-up actions.
• Ensure timely fittings, approvals, and milestones in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Patternmaking

Fittings

Knit fabrics

Woven fabrics

Centric PLM

Excel

Illustrator

Production knowledge

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design/Technical Design or related

Tools

Centric PLM

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Technical Designer – Casual Sleepwear

Location: Manhattan, NY | 100% Onsite
Schedule: Full-Time Hours | 40 Hours per Week
Employment Type: Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Designer to support the development and fit execution of women's casual sleepwear. This individual will manage the technical design process from initial development through final fit approval, ensuring garments meet established standards for fit, comfort, quality, construction, and design integrity.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in patternmaking, hands‑on fitting experience, and expertise working with knit and woven fabrics. This role requires a detail‑oriented, efficient, and collaborative professional who can independently conduct fittings, communicate technical corrections, and partner closely with Design, Product Development, and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the technical design process for casual sleepwear from development through final fit approval.

• Independently conduct garment fittings, evaluate fit and construction, and recommend necessary adjustments.

• Analyze patterns and garment specifications to ensure proper fit, comfort, proportion, and functionality.

• Develop and maintain accurate technical specifications, measurement charts, fit comments, and pattern corrections.

• Communicate fit adjustments, construction requirements, and technical approvals to vendors and factories.

• Partner with Design and Product Development teams to maintain design intent while meeting quality, fit, and cost standards.

• Review prototypes, samples, and production garments to identify and resolve technical issues.

• Maintain technical documentation and product development information within Centric PLM.

• Participate in cross‑functional meetings, provide technical recommendations, and manage follow‑up activities.

• Ensure timely execution of fittings, approvals, and development milestones in a fast‑paced environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• 5+ years of hands‑on apparel technical design experience, preferably within women's sleepwear, intimates, or related categories.

• Strong patternmaking knowledge, including the ability to evaluate patterns and communicate precise corrections.

• Demonstrated experience working with both knit and woven fabrics.

• Proven ability to independently conduct fittings, write detailed fit comments, and manage fit approvals.

• Experience with PLM systems; Centric PLM strongly preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Adobe Illustrator.

• Understanding of garment construction, grading, measurement specifications, and production processes.

• Experience with plus‑size fit and construction preferred.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced technical designer who can independently own a product category while remaining receptive to management guidance.

• Efficient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.

• Collaborative problem solver with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Detail‑oriented professional who maintains composure under pressure and proactively identifies solutions.

• Background in casual sleepwear, intimates, or similar apparel categories is highly desirable.

This is a hands‑on individual contributor role requiring onsite attendance in Manhattan, NY.
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