Direct Hire- Technical Designer- Onsite- New York

About the role

A growing fashion brand is looking for a Technical Designer to support the Collection. This person will play a key role in bringing design concepts to life by ensuring strong fit, construction, and overall product execution across categories: Tops and Bottoms (Contemporary).

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with Design and Product Development to translate concepts into commercially viable products
• Lead live fit sessions and evaluate garments for fit, proportion, construction, and design intent
• Create and maintain detailed tech packs, including specs, POMs, grading, construction details, and fit comments
• Communicate fit comments and construction requirements to overseas factories
• Troubleshoot fit, construction, and manufacturing issues throughout development
• Review and approve proto samples with recommendations to improve fit, quality, and feasibility
• Support consistency across categories including soft dressing, wovens, suiting, and outerwear
• Help keep development calendars, fittings, and milestones on track
• Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance where needed
• Identify process improvements and support overall product quality and efficiency

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of Technical Design experience
• Experience with contemporary women’s tops and bottoms
• Knowledge of denim, woven, and knit fabrics
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, sewing, and grading
• Experience running fittings and communicating with overseas vendors
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills