Technical Designer, Sweaters

About Us

We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory’s design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative materials, eclectic juxtapositions of color, and the tension of past and present. The collections include ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home, and beauty. Empowering women is the company’s guiding principle, expressed through Tory’s collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation. Established in 2009, the Foundation provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with access to capital, education, and community.

You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore, discover, and laugh together. If you’re prepared to work hard, create impact, and have fun while doing it, we would love to have you join #TeamTory.

Life at Tory Burch

• Join a global, purpose-led company on an exciting growth journey with an amazing culture and great benefits.
• Our culture is welcoming and inclusive—everyone is empowered to make a difference.
• Competitive pay and rewards for high performance.
• Generous benefits to support mental and physical health, financial security, and overall wellness.
• Generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
• Free executive coaching on-demand for professional growth.
• Opportunities to give back through the Tory Burch Foundation and paid volunteer days.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Technical Designer – Sweaters to join our team. In this role, you will partner closely with the Senior Sweater Technical Designer to develop and execute fit and construction from initial concept through production. This position reports directly to the Senior Sweater Technical Designer.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating initial development specifications for new styles and prepare technical packages for prototype requests.
• Maintain and update tech packs, garment specifications, and fit comments throughout the development process from prototype to bulk production.
• Evaluate prototype and production samples to ensure design intent, fit, and construction standards are achieved, recommending adjustments as needed.
• Prepare for fit sessions by tracking incoming samples, accurately measuring garments, and documenting fit comments and revisions.
• Maintain seasonal work-in-progress (WIP) sample tracking and ensure development milestones are met.
• Support the Senior Sweater Technical Designer by managing technical comments and helping maintain development timelines while working independently.
• Communicate directly with suppliers and factories on technical matters, providing clear guidance to resolve fit, construction, and quality issues while achieving the desired product aesthetic.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, and Production teams to ensure consistency and accuracy throughout the product lifecycle.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Technical Design, including patternmaking, garment construction, and fit evaluation, with a strong focus on sweaters and knitwear.
• Solid understanding of knit structures, yarns, gauges, knitting construction, garment finishing, and wash processes.
• Strong knowledge of grading, bulk production standards, and specification management.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is required; experience with PLM systems is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in English to effectively communicate with internal teams and international suppliers.

Company Values

• How We Work Together: Adaptable, Entrepreneurial, Collaborative, Client & Brand Focused, Live the Values, Functional Expertise.
• #TeamTory Values: We show up with honesty & kindness, act with integrity & compassion, work with passion & humility, and lead with excellence & humor.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $100,000.00 USD - $125,000.00 USD. Our offer will be based on your relevant experience and work location.

Benefits

We offer a generous set of benefits to help you take care of your health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life. Key benefits include:

• Comprehensive health benefits (mental and physical).
• Financial security programs.
• Wellness initiatives.
• Generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
• Free executive coaching on-demand.
• Paid volunteer days and opportunities to give back through the Tory Burch Foundation.