Technical Designer (Intimate Apparel)

About the role

At Oh Là Là Chéri, we create intimate apparel that celebrates confidence, individuality, and self-expression. Our collections combine fashion-forward design with exceptional fit, quality, and craftsmanship. We're looking for a talented Technical Designer to help bring our collections to life from concept through production.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed technical packages, including garment specifications, construction details, grading, and measurement charts.
• Ensure design intent is accurately translated into production-ready garments.
• Review prototypes, sales samples, pre-production, and TOP samples for fit, construction, and quality.
• Conduct fit sessions with cross-functional teams and document fit comments and corrections.
• Evaluate garment fit, balance, proportion, and comfort while maintaining brand fit standards.
• Partner with Design to achieve the desired aesthetic without compromising functionality or manufacturability.
• Partner with Factories to communicate daily, clarify technical requirements, resolve fit or construction issues, review comments, propose solutions, and ensure timely execution throughout development.
• Maintain quality standards, identify opportunities to improve garment construction, fit, and manufacturing efficiency, and collaborate with Product Development and Production to resolve technical issues before bulk production.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Technical Design experience in intimate apparel, lingerie, swimwear, shapewear, or women's apparel.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fit.
• Experience leading fit sessions and communicating fit corrections.
• Experience working directly with overseas factories and vendors.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with PLM systems is a plus.