Associate Technical Designer

Title: Associate Technical Designer
Company Description: Women’s Apparel Company
Location: Vernon, California
Salary: $75,000- $100,000
*Salary is commensurate with experience and is an estimated range provided by JPSearch*

Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing fit samples, measurement specs, and fit comments across multiple categories.
• Attend and document fit sessions; take clear and concise notes, measurements, and photographs.
• Communicate fit corrections and construction comments to domestic and overseas vendors.
• Track samples and ensure all fits are completed in a timely manner to meet development and production deadlines.
• Create and update tech packs, including detailed technical sketches, BOMs (Bill of Materials), graded specs, and construction details.
• Maintain consistency and accuracy of measurement specs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with design and production to ensure technical feasibility of styles without compromising design intent.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with overseas factories regarding specs, fits, and approvals.
• Follow up on sample development and fit revisions to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
• Help troubleshoot fit and construction issues during development and pre-production phases.
• Participate in style reviews, approvals, and pre-production meetings.
• Help review TOP and PP samples to ensure adherence to approved fit and specs.
• Organize and maintain digital files and physical samples for each style.
• Ensure adherence to the development and production calendar by tracking sample status and approvals.
• Keep sample tracking logs and tech pack updates current.
• Assist in maintaining departmental organization and ensuring cross-functional alignment on timelines.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical design with a focus on women’s contemporary or Missy’s apparel.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, sewing techniques, and patternmaking.
• Understanding of grading, fit balance, and proportion across sizes.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, Word, and familiarity with PLM or tech pack systems.
• Experience with both domestic and overseas production and vendor communication.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for maintaining high standards of quality and fit.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.