Technical Designer

Founded in 1982 and with deep roots in the textile industry since 1921, Intradeco has grown into a global vertical manufacturing company, supplying quality casual clothing and thermal underwear to major retailers in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. We provide a holistic approach to apparel manufacturing, encompassing all stages from ideation to final product distribution. Our vertical integration and lean manufacturing capability allow us to respond quickly to market demands, handle direct-to-store and replenishment programs, and offer unique flexibility to our customers.

About the Role

This is a full-time, on-site hybrid position in Miami. We are seeking a Technical Designer with a full understanding of apparel manufacturing, technical design, fashion design, and production, experienced in both woven and knit apparel for tops and bottoms.

Responsibilities

• Partner and support the Technical Design, Design/Merchandising, and Product Development teams to build seasonal apparel assortments from product development through final fit production approval.
• Ensure design intent, fit relevancy, quality, and timely delivery is upheld while protecting brand integrity and contracted styles by delivering fit consistency and following all construction standards.
• Follow the fit block to ensure fit consistency; partner with the TD Director and patternmaker to create and update the fit block as necessary.
• Full ownership of assigned product category from development to final production.
• Troubleshoot production issues related to garment development and construction prior to garment costing, creating strong technical packages from the start.
• Set priorities and manage deadlines for presentation proto and production samples.
• Attend and own fitting for assigned garment categories, relay pattern corrections and fit comments to move styles forward.
• Act as liaison between factories, production, and sourcing teams to resolve daily issues.
• Work with sample makers, providing needed information/tools to complete samples daily.
• Meet or exceed all deadlines from development to final production.
• Own and maintain tracking charts from development to final production.

Technical & Fit Development

• Develop and create tech packs consisting of measurement sheets, construction sheets, and bill of materials from development to production; update as necessary.
• Partner with the design team to finalize technical sheets with a team-player approach.
• Update technical components in PLM systems; work with PLM coordinator and Design team.
• Maintain accurate grade rules for each category/style within PLM systems.
• Issue completed technical packages for costing projects and fit sample requests as needed.
• Make all fit sample requests working from received contracts.
• Request and process sample yardage as needed; punch for weight, inspect for defects, roll fabric, log into fabric book, and store appropriately.
• Measure and prepare fit samples for fit sessions; schedule and lead fittings.
• Attend fittings prepared with all available style development history; provide fit comments to factories to seal approval.
• Provide fit samples to retailers, follow up with fittings, and seal approval with brand suppliers.
• Own all factory communications to ensure smooth style approval and finalization.
• Partner with Technical Design Director, Technical designers, and pattern maker to review and achieve approval of graded nest prior to garment cut.
• Assist in 3D pattern renderings; review full size range in 3D prior to final approval.
• Enter styles into seasonal sample flow tracking chart.
• Prepare garment shipping documents such as fit reports, garment labels, and shipping labels.
• Help with fit comparison reports; measure samples, take pictures, and maintain seasonal changes.
• Able to lift, remove, and dress fit forms and place them back on the fit form stand.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of experience in Technical Design and knowledge of Pattern making.
• Working knowledge of technical design from development to final production.
• Full garment construction/stitches knowledge in knit and woven fabrics.
• Underwear and under layer apparel experience a plus.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, BC/FLEX PLM, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, and Acrobat Pro.
• Knowledge of 3D software.
• Ability to learn latest software programs and follow customer manuals as needed.
• Fast learner with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to read and comprehend specifications and instructions.
• Ability to translate market trends into appropriate designs for specific retail needs.
• Self-starter with great communication skills and a high work ethic.
• Strong sense of urgency, excellent time management skills, and a can-do positive attitude.
• Open-minded and able to accept constructive feedback; apply corrective action.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay – Rewarding success with varied compensation.
• Health and Wellness – Comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings to support a healthy lifestyle.
• Time Away from Work – Support for work-life harmony with time off for family, hobbies, health, or recharging.
• Growth and Development – Opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Financial Planning and Wellbeing – Benefits, programs, and education to help achieve financial goals, including a generous 401(k) match.