Adobe Illustrator, Analysis Skills, Bill of Materials (BOM), Construction, Design Services, Detail Oriented, Mathematics, Pattern Making, Product Lifecycle Management, Quality Control, Support Documentation, Technical/Engineering Design
Role Overview
The Technical Designer is responsible for executing complex technical development for high-end swimwear and resort collections. This role owns fit, grading, construction logic, and technical documentation for new and complex styles.
Core Responsibilities
Technical Development
- Create and maintain tech packs for new base and fancy styles
- Develop POMs, grading rules, and construction specs
- Execute complex OPR edits and post-testfit revisions
- Ensure consistency across all colorways and production runs
Fit & Engineering
- Lead fit analysis during PP testfits
- Troubleshoot fit, grading, and construction issues
- Communicate with Creative Director on technical design issues and questions
- Partner with Creative Director, Patternmaker, PP Manager, and QC team on technical resolutions
- Analyze fabric behavior and apply appropriate technical solutions
Systems & Documentation
- Create and maintain products in PLM (Backbone)
- Ensure technical accuracy across specs, BOMs, and construction pages
- Support documentation of brand-specific technical standards
Qualifications
- 4+ years of technical design experience in high-end swimwear or lingerie
- Strong grading and fit expertise across multiple size ranges
- Experience with complex stretch fabrics
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and PLM systems
- Detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and fast-paced
- High Level understanding of Fashion Math and construction principles
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment