Technical Designer

What's the Short Version?

The Technical Designer is responsible for developing fit specifications, providing pattern making and fitting expertise, and ensuring consistency in the manufacturing process.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Develop standard fit specifications within each category
• Provide pattern making and fitting expertise to the design and development process
• Review and fit samples on models – provide fit recommendations to Design, Development, and Merchandising teams
• Cookordination fit sessions including model selection, scheduling, and model management
• Communicate design concept to generate a 2-D pattern that incorporates proportional lines, fit requirements and construction feasibility
• Create and update visual representation of styles in line drawing format
• Create detailed construction drawings as needed to communicate design details and construction to factories and team members
• Create and maintain tech packs
• Effectively communicate technical design specifications and modifications to category team members and vendors
• Audit and comment on prototypes

What Are We Looking For?

• 4-6 years of experience in technical design or equivalent education
• Extensive knowledge of garment construction, material construction and properties, and patternmaking
• Detailed understanding of the design and development process from inception through production
• Ability to interpret design intent and offer alternative solutions
• Knowledge of garment fit and the ability to give instructions on necessary changes to a pattern to influence the fit
• Strong information seeking and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to communicate written and verbal information clearly and effectively
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group
• Strong proficiency in computer skills including Excel, Adobe and Illustrator, with pattern-making programs preferred

What's Our Offer?

• Salary Range: $80,170 - $115,000 annually, depending on experience
• Bonus: Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary
• Paid Time Off: Accrual of paid time off on a bi-weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off
• Additional Benefits:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pet insurance

What Should You Expect?

• Hybrid work schedule: Work in SanMar's Eastpointe office in Issaquah, WA, Tuesday through Thursday each week, with additional days as needed. Standard working hours are 8:00-5:00 PST. Periodic travel may be required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Why Work at SanMar?

• Investment in your health and well-being, life balance, career growth, and eventually retirement
• Opportunity to work with brands like Nike, The North Face, and Brooks Brothers, as well as providing industry-leading private label apparel and accessories
• Work in a place where your participation matters and your growth is a priority

SanMar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

SanMar participates in E-Verify

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