Technical Designer Womens Outerwear

We are seeking a Technical Designer for our Womens Outerwear and Jackets. Experience with skirts categories is a plus. The role supports the Technical Design team in ensuring garments meet the brand’s standards for fit, construction, grading, and quality while remaining scalable for production. This position reports to the Director of Technical Design and partners closely with Design, Product Development, Production, and external vendors to translate design concepts into technically sound garments. The Technical Designer will drive fit evaluations, technical documentation, and garment construction reviews to support consistent product execution across seasons.

Location: Greenpoint, Brooklyn office (hybrid: 3‑4 days onsite, 1 remote)

Salary: $90‑100K plus 5% potential bonus

Ideal candidate is highly detail‑oriented, collaborative, and knowledgeable in garment construction, fit evaluation, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities
Technical Design Execution

Ensure technical accuracy and consistency across product categories by supporting the development of fit standards, construction details, and garment specifications.

Drive the development and maintenance of the following for assigned categories:

Technical packages (tech packs) and garment specifications

Measurement charts and grade rules

Construction standards and workmanship guidelines

Block libraries and seasonal updates

Ensure technical documentation is accurate, organized, and updated throughout the product lifecycle.

Fit & Sample Evaluation

Review and evaluate samples at various development stages including prototype, fit samples, pre‑production (PP) samples, and tops‑of‑production (TOP) samples as needed.

Evaluate garment fit, balance, and proportion and make appropriate corrections.

Record fit comments and maintain technical documentation following fittings.

Work with cross‑functional teams and vendors to ensure fit corrections and revisions are implemented accurately.

Garment Construction & Engineering

Assess construction details to ensure garments meet both aesthetic and functional standards.

Evaluate fabric properties and how they impact garment fit, drape, and performance.

Provide recommendations for garment engineering improvements to enhance manufacturability and consistency.

Partner with Product Development and vendors to troubleshoot construction or pattern issues during development.

Vendor Communication & Sample Tracking

Communicate fit comments and technical updates clearly to vendors and internal teams.

Track sample revisions and ensure updates are reflected accurately in technical documentation.

Monitor and track development progress to support timely approvals and production readiness.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of technical design experience

Focus on outerwear – jackets and coats

Degree in patternmaking/technical design preferred

Strong understanding of garment construction and pattern terminology

Experience evaluating fit and reviewing samples

Knowledge of grading and measurement specifications

Experience creating and maintaining technical packages

Proficiency in PLM systems, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office/Excel

Strong attention to detail

Benefits

Medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit, and commuter benefits for hourly employees and freelancers.

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