Technical Designer: Women's Activewear & Outerwear

Genie Matthews and Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Genie Matthews and Associates in New York, NY seeks a Technical Designer to turn concepts into production-ready tech packs and manage fit sessions, ensuring high quality, fit, and brand consistency throughout the product development process.

You will develop tech packs, BOMs, and documentation; collaborate with Design, Production, and vendors to deliver accurate, well-constructed garments on schedule and within cost targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or Technical Design.
• 3-5 years of Technical Design experience in apparel.
• Experience with women's apparel required; outerwear and/or activewear preferred.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fit evaluation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed tech packs, including garment sketches, measurements, grading, construction details, and specifications.
• Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), packaging requirements, care/content labels, carton markings, fold and hanger pack instructions, UPC information, and related documentation.
• Conduct and participate in fit sessions using live models.
• Analyze fit, identify necessary revisions, and communicate clear comments to vendors and internal teams to achieve the desired fit, function, and overall product integrity.
• Review prototypes, fit samples, and pre-production garments in partnership with pattern makers and manufacturing partners.
• Ensure all samples meet established standards for fit, quality, construction, and design intent prior to production.
• Identify development and construction challenges throughout the product lifecycle.
• Recommend practical solutions that balance design aesthetics, functionality, manufacturability, and cost objectives.
• Collaborate closely with Design, Product Development, Production, and external partners to support successful product execution.
• Help ensure projects remain aligned with timelines, quality expectations, and brand standards.
• Utilize expertise in fabrics, trims, garment construction, and manufacturing techniques to support product development and execution.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining quality standards across all products.
• Promote consistency in garment performance, durability, comfort, and overall customer satisfaction.

Skills

Garment construction

Patternmaking

Grading

Fit evaluation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or Technical Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

CAD

Job description

Genie Matthews and Associates in New York, NY seeks a Technical Designer to turn concepts into production-ready tech packs and manage fit sessions, ensuring high quality, fit, and brand consistency throughout the product development process.

You will develop tech packs, BOMs, and documentation; collaborate with Design, Production, and vendors to deliver accurate, well-constructed garments on schedule and within cost targets.