Technical Designer - Women's Activewear & Outerwear

Calqulate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd seeks a Technical Designer in New York, NY (on-site) to translate concepts into production-ready garments. This role develops precise tech packs, BOMs, and specifications, leads fit sessions, and collaborates cross-functionally to meet quality, fit, and construction standards.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years’ TD experience in women's apparel, with strong Illustrator and CAD skills, deep knowledge of garment construction, grading, and fit evaluation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or Technical Design.
• 3–5 years of Technical Design experience in apparel.
• Experience with women's apparel; outerwear/activewear preferred.
• Proficient in Illustrator and CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fit evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain tech packs with sketches, measurements, grading and construction details.
• Create and manage BOMs, packaging, care labels, carton markings and related docs.
• Conduct and participate in fit sessions using live models.
• Analyze fit, communicate revisions to vendors and teams for proper fit and construct.
• Review prototypes and pre-production garments with pattern makers and manufacturers.
• Ensure samples meet standards for fit, quality and design intent before production.
• Identify development and construction challenges and propose practical solutions.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Production and external partners to execute products.

Skills

Garment construction

Patternmaking

Fit evaluation

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design/Technical Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

CAD software

Patternmaking software

Job description

Technical Designer

Location: New York, NY (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Technical Designer to join their growing team and play a key role in bringing women's apparel from concept to production. This individual will be responsible for developing accurate technical documentation, executing garment fit, and partnering cross-functionally to ensure products meet the highest standards for quality, fit, and construction.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively throughout the product development process while maintaining brand consistency.

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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of Technical Design experience within the apparel industry.
• Experience with women's apparel is required; experience in outerwear and/or activewear is preferred.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fit evaluation.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong measurement and grading accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and with vendors.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.Ability to prioritize multiple projects and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays, including select religious holidays
• Commuter benefits