Technical Designer – Women’s Activewear & Outerwear (Fit)

United Future; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Résumé du poste

United Future in New York, NY is seeking a Technical Designer to join our team and translate concepts into production-ready technical packs for women's apparel. This role emphasizes precise documentation, accurate fit, and cross-functional collaboration to uphold quality and brand standards.

You will develop tech packs, manage BOMs, oversee fit sessions, and partner with design, product development, and manufacturing teams to ensure designs meet construction and cost objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of Technical Design experience in apparel.
• Experience with women's apparel; outerwear or activewear preferred.
• Proficient in Illustrator and CAD; strong construction and fit knowledge.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Multi-project prioritization

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or related field

Outils

Adobe Illustrator

CAD software

Description du poste

United Future in New York, NY is seeking a Technical Designer to join our team and translate concepts into production-ready technical packs for women's apparel. This role emphasizes precise documentation, accurate fit, and cross-functional collaboration to uphold quality and brand standards.

You will develop tech packs, manage BOMs, oversee fit sessions, and partner with design, product development, and manufacturing teams to ensure designs meet construction and cost objectives.