Senior Technical Designer

Job Summary

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Qualifications/Requirements

Skills

Working Conditions

• Create illustrator technical sketches as required for accounts with construction callouts.
• Create/add/update technical packages accurately; communicating components, fabrics, cutting information, illustrations, measurements, and sewing instructions needed for proto and production.
• Execute a pattern and sewing instructions for mass production in an efficient manner.
• Manage assigned brands and meet deadlines to ensure the success of the business.
• Attend all fittings and communicate evaluations to factories with proper diagramming.
• Attend CFT meetings.
• Partner with design/product manager to facilitate aesthetic/fit and quality of product.
• Communicate with factories regarding questions.
• Maintain tracking reports and follow up on sample requirements for accounts.
• Maintain sample library.
• Work with Patternmaker, Designer, Product Managers and Sample Makers.
• Meet deadlines based on time and action calendars set by product managers, internal and vender calendars.
• All other duties as assigned by the Technical Director.

Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A bachelor's degree in fashion design or an associate degree.

Experience

• A minimum of 5-6 years' experience in pattern/Tech Design.

Skills

• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Illustrator/Photoshop experience required.
• Gerber pattern systems required.
• Knowledge of physical draping.
• Knowledge of working with swimwear fabric preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Team-player.
• Well-organized.
• Detail-oriented.

Working Conditions

• Overtime is necessary during peak periods.
• Office, warehouse, noise above 85 decibels.
• Mon thru Fri 8 hrs/day.
• Overtime as needed.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk 8 hours/day.