Technical Designer - Women's Activewear & Outerwear

SteveRecruiter, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Job summary

SteveRecruiter, LLC is seeking a Technical Designer in New York, NY to drive concept-to-production for women’s apparel. You will develop tech packs, manage BOMs, and lead fit sessions to ensure premium quality and fit.

The role requires strong construction and CAD proficiency, detailed analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to maintain brand standards and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or related field.
• 3–5 years of Technical Design experience in 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.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong measurement and grading accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication across teams and with vendors.
• Analytical thinking and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed tech packs with sketches, measurements, grading, construction details, and specifications.
• Create and manage BOMs, packaging, care labels, cartons, UPCs, and related docs.
• Conduct and participate in fit sessions using live models.
• Analyze fit, suggest revisions, and communicate with vendors and teams.
• Review prototypes, fit samples, and pre-production garments with pattern makers and manufacturers.
• Ensure samples meet fit, quality, construction, and design intent before production.
• Identify challenges across product lifecycle and propose manufacturable solutions.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Production, and external partners to ensure timely, quality results.

Skills

Tech design exp

Women’s apparel

Patternmaking

Garment construction

CAD & Illustrator

Attention to detail

Communication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

CAD 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