Technical Designer - Woman's Athletic Apparel

Emerging Blue, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerging Blue, Inc. in New York City is seeking a hands-on Technical Designer to lead the technical development of women’s activewear from sample to production.

You will work with Design, Production, Product Development, and overseas factories to ensure fit, construction, and quality, managing multiple styles in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in Technical Design for women's apparel, strong knowledge of stretch fabrics, and proficiency in Illustrator and PLM.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Technical Design experience in women's apparel.
• Experience with activewear, athleisure, performance, stretch, or knit apparel.
• Strong understanding of fit, construction, patternmaking, grading, and measurements.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.
• PLM experience preferred; ability to communicate with overseas factories.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed tech packs and spec sheets.
• Conduct fit sessions and evaluate fit, balance, proportion, and construction.
• Measure samples and provide fit comments and corrections.
• Translate design concepts into production-ready garments with Design.
• Communicate with overseas factories on technical issues.
• Troubleshoot garment construction and production issues.
• Ensure consistency of fit, grading, and sizing across styles.
• Track development timelines and follow up on outstanding items.
• Maintain specifications, fit history, and approvals.
• Provide technical guidance to Design and Product Development.
• Make CAD updates in Adobe Illustrator as needed.

Skills

Technical design

Fit knowledge

Detail-oriented

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

PLM

Job description

Our client is a fast-growing NYC-based apparel company specializing in women's activewear, athleisure, and lounge. The company works with recognized brands and major off-price retailers and department stores across the U.S.

The team moves quickly from concept to production and is looking for a Technical Designer who can bring strong technical expertise, fit knowledge, and attention to detail to a growing product organization.

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on Technical Design role for someone who understands women's apparel construction and can manage the technical development process from initial sample through production.

You will work closely with Design, Production, Product Development, and overseas factories to ensure garments meet the intended fit, construction, measurements, and quality standards.

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys being close to the product, can identify and solve fit and construction issues, and is comfortable managing multiple styles in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed tech packs, spec sheets, POMs, construction details, and grading
• Conduct and participate in fit sessions, evaluating fit, balance, proportion, and construction
• Measure samples and provide detailed fit comments and corrections
• Partner with Design to translate design concepts into production-ready garments
• Communicate directly with overseas factories and vendors on technical and fit issues
• Troubleshoot garment construction and production issues and drive solutions
• Ensure consistency of fit, grading, and sizing across styles
• Review samples through multiple stages of development and ensure corrections are executed accurately
• Track technical development timelines and follow up on outstanding items
• Maintain accurate specifications, fit history, comments, and approvals
• Provide technical guidance to Design and Product Development
• Make CAD and technical updates in Adobe Illustrator as needed

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Technical Design experience in women's apparel
• Experience with activewear, athleisure, performance, stretch, or knit apparel strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of fit, garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and measurements
• Strong knowledge of stretch fabrics and activewear construction
• Experience creating and maintaining tech packs and detailed spec sheets
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
• PLM experience preferred
• Experience communicating with overseas factories/vendors
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Able to manage multiple styles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor's degree in Technical Design, Fashion Design, or related field preferred

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work across women's activewear, athleisure, and lounge
• Exposure to recognized brands and major retail accounts
• Hands-on involvement from development through production