Women’s Technical Designer – Knits & Sweaters

Atrium Staffing LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atrium Care Package

Job summary

Atrium Staffing LLC is assisting a fashion-forward apparel client in New York City with hiring a Women's Technical Designer for Knits & Sweaters. The role focuses on managing tech packs, fittings, and collaboration with Design, Production, and vendors to ensure fit, construction, and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in technical design within apparel, strong expertise in sweaters/knits, and proficiency in Excel and PLM systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical design experience in apparel or fashion.
• Strong expertise in women's sweaters, knits, or both.
• Experience creating complete tech packs and garment fittings.
• Proficient in Excel and PLM systems.
• Solid knowledge of garment construction, measurements, fit and quality.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain complete technical packages for women's sweaters and knitwear.
• Conduct fit sessions and provide clear comments for sample corrections.
• Measure and evaluate samples for fit, construction, quality and specs.
• Collaborate with Design and Production to resolve technical issues.
• Communicate with vendors daily regarding specifications, fit and samples.
• Ensure garments meet brand specs, quality and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation throughout development.

Skills

Technical design

Knits & sweaters

Tech packs

Fittings

Excel

PLM

Garment construction

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

PLM systems

Excel

Job description

Client Overview:

Our client is an established, fashion-forward apparel company with over three decades of industry experience, known for its commitment to quality, style, and product excellence. They are looking to add a Women's Technical Designer – Knits & Sweaters to their team. The company offers a collaborative, close-knit team environment where technical expertise and attention to detail help bring women's apparel designs to life.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$35/hr - $40/hr, Depending on experience.

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced Women's Technical Designer – Knits & Sweaters with a strong background in sweaters, cut-and-sew knits, or both. This individual will support the product development process by managing technical packages, conducting fittings, reviewing samples, and partnering with Design, Production, and vendors to ensure garments meet fit, construction, and quality standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically skilled, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities of the Women's Technical Designer – Knits & Sweaters:

• Create and maintain complete technical packages for women's sweaters and knitwear.
• Conduct fit sessions and provide clear, detailed comments for sample corrections.
• Measure and evaluate samples for fit, construction, quality, and adherence to specifications.
• Collaborate with Design and Production teams to resolve technical issues throughout product development.
• Communicate with vendors daily regarding garment specifications, fit adjustments, and sample development.
• Ensure garments meet brand specifications, quality expectations, and applicable safety standards.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and product information throughout the development process.

Required Experience/Skills for the Women's Technical Designer – Knits & Sweaters:

• 5+ years of technical design experience within the apparel or fashion industry.
• Strong technical design expertise in women's sweaters, cut-and-sew knits, or both.
• Experience developing complete tech packs and conducting garment fittings.
• Proficiency in Excel and PLM systems.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, measurements, fit, and quality standards.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Women's Technical Designer – Knits & Sweaters:

• Experience working across Design, Production, and Vendor teams.
• Experience managing sample reviews, fit comments, and garment corrections.
• Background in women's apparel product development.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

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