Technical Designer - Women's Activewear & Outerwear

Clear Concepts, Inc.; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 95 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid holidays, including select relg

Resumo da oferta

Clear Concepts, Inc. in New York, NY is seeking a Technical Designer to join our growing team and drive the development of women's apparel from concept to production.

You will develop accurate tech packs, manage BOMs and labeling, and participate in fit sessions to ensure quality, fit and construction align with brand standards. Collaboration across design, product development and manufacturing partners is essential.

Qualificações

• 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; outerwear/activewear 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 accuracy.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain detailed tech packs, including sketches, measurements, grading, construction details, and specs.
• Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), packaging requirements, care/content labels, carton markings, UPC info, and related docs.
• Conduct and participate in fit sessions using live models.
• Analyze fit, identify revisions, and communicate comments to vendors and internal teams.
• Review prototypes and pre-production garments with pattern makers and manufacturers.
• Ensure samples meet standards for fit, quality, construction, and design intent before production.
• Identify development and construction challenges and propose practical solutions.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Production, and external partners to support execution.
• Help ensure projects stay on timeline and aligned with brand standards.
• Utilize fabrics, trims, garment construction, and manufacturing knowledge to support development.
• Promote consistency in garment performance, durability, and customer satisfaction.

Conhecimentos

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-project prioritization

Team collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design/Technical Design

Ferramentas

Adobe Illustrator

CAD software

Patternmaking software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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