Sr. Technical Designer - Swim

About the role

A day in the life as a Technical Design leader, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency in fit, specs, and construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise assigned Technical Designer(s).
• Lead fit sessions on live models with Design, Merchants, and Product Development to evaluate garment fit, construction, and styling details.
• Articulate fit issues and present solutions during fit sessions to cross-functional teams.
• Resolve fit issues and communicate corrections to vendors via Bamboo Rose PLM, Illustrator, and/or pattern adjustments within a 24–72 hour turnaround.
• Apply grade rules accurately and make pattern corrections.
• Maintain accuracy of tech pack specs and construction pages.
• Establish and maintain a library of basic block patterns.
• Define construction standards for all fabric types.
• Ensure brand consistency in fit, specs, and construction.
• Collaborate with Design in early tech pack development: translate sketches/samples into spec and construction pages, and review tech packs for accuracy before handoff.
• Travel to Asia as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in fashion design, apparel production, or textiles.
• Minimum 10 years of proven technical design experience.
• Minimum 5 years of pattern-making knowledge.
• Minimum 3+ years of women’s bottoms (pants, skirts, shorts) experience.
• Minimum 3+ years of denim experience.
• Men’s experience a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of garment construction, fabric characteristics, and garment performance standards.
• Working knowledge of digital pattern systems, PLM systems, Illustrator, and Excel.
• Demonstrated strong grading knowledge.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a keen sense of urgency.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple cross-functional teams.
• Flexibility to work across multiple product categories.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changes and be self-motivated.

Leadership Qualities

• Operate with the highest level of conduct, integrity, and confidentiality; set the example for leaders and associates.
• Develop and nurture strong cross-functional partnerships; drive business results and inspire a culture of transparency, collaboration, and accountability.
• Serve as a Pacsun advocate in the industry and marketplace.
• Recruit, identify, develop, and retain talent that delivers performance excellence.
• As a manager, lead company culture, norms, and conduct.
• Balance a strong management presence with approachability, encouraging and eliciting associate feedback and interaction.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Competitive short-term incentive program.
• Immediate 100% vested 401K contributions and employer match.
• Dog-friendly office environment.
• $1,000 referral incentive program.
• Generous associate discount of 30–50% off merchandise online and in-stores.
• On-site café.
• On-site gym with fitness classes.
• Ample parking.
• Weekly car wash service and more.

Pay

$101,900 – $122,000 per year.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger/handle/feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work in an open environment with fluctuating temperatures and standard lighting.
• Ability to work on a computer and mobile phone for multiple hours with frequent interruptions.
• Required to travel in elevators or stairwells to attend meetings and engage with associates on multiple floors.
• Hotel, airplane, and car travel may be required.

Schedule

Full-time position. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required during periods of high volume.