Technical Designer - Women's Activewear & Outerwear (NYC On-site)

Talent With Heart; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Talent With Heart in New York, NY is seeking a Technical Designer to translate concepts into production-ready tech packs and specifications for women's apparel. You will oversee fit and construction, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and brand consistency.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to partner with Design, Product Development, and external vendors to bring products from concept to production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or Technical Design (or related field).
• 3–5 years of Technical Design experience in apparel.
• 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.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with 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 revisions, and communicate comments to vendors and internal teams to achieve the desired fit and product integrity.
• Review prototypes, fit samples, and pre-production garments with pattern makers and manufacturing partners.
• Ensure all samples meet standards for fit, quality, construction, and design intent prior to production.
• Identify development and construction challenges and propose practical solutions balancing aesthetics and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Production, and external partners to support successful product execution.
• Help ensure projects stay aligned with timelines, quality expectations, and brand standards.
• Utilize fabrics, trims, garment construction, and manufacturing techniques to support development and execution.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

CAD software

Job description

Talent With Heart in New York, NY is seeking a Technical Designer to translate concepts into production-ready tech packs and specifications for women's apparel. You will oversee fit and construction, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and brand consistency.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to partner with Design, Product Development, and external vendors to bring products from concept to production.