Technical Developer, Apparel Production & Tech Packs

gearUP; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 2 weeks

Healthcare benefits

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Pre-tax Health Savings Account

EAP program

Job summary

gearUP is seeking a Technical Developer to lead the path from concept to production for apparel. You will craft tech packs, manage prototypes end-to-end, and coordinate with design, product, merchandising, and license partners to ensure timely delivery and product integrity.

The role requires 5+ years in apparel technical development, strong construction/dimensioning skills, and the ability to mentor teams while navigating fast-paced timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in apparel design, textile science or related field.
• 5+ years technical development experience in the apparel industry from inception through production.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and ability to write specs and construction instructions.
• Experience with Nike Performance Apparel and managing handovers with Nike/license partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to mentor others and lead initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Create and update tech packs with measurements, construction sketches, graphic placements and BOM.
• Track prototypes end-to-end, manage calendars and report progress to the team.
• Conduct prototype reviews; provide feedback to meet fit, construction and quality standards.
• Raise awareness of quality/manufacturing risks and influence triad partners to resolve.
• Establish and execute fit/construction standards for consistency.
• Manage multiple projects at various stages of product creation.
• Demonstrate awareness of market trends and innovations in apparel development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Ability to travel

Deadline-driven

Interpreting design intent

Active listening

Education

Bachelor's degree in apparel design, textile science or related field

Tools

MS Office

PLM software

Adobe Illustrator

CAD Pattern Design software

Optitex

Browzwear

CLO

Job description

gearUP is seeking a Technical Developer to lead the path from concept to production for apparel. You will craft tech packs, manage prototypes end-to-end, and coordinate with design, product, merchandising, and license partners to ensure timely delivery and product integrity.

The role requires 5+ years in apparel technical development, strong construction/dimensioning skills, and the ability to mentor teams while navigating fast-paced timelines.