Technical Designer

Title: Technical Designer Exp with intimates/swim background

Duration: 3+months with possible extension

Location: Manhattan, New York (Onsite)

Pay Rate: $40/hr

What are the top 3 to 5 skills you are looking for from a candidate:

• Flexible, problem solver, supportive, maintain composure in a stressful situation

Could you provide a little background on the department and the team they will be working on:

• Technical Design own the fit & comfort of the product, work very closely with design to ensure design intent is met while following our fit, comfort & quality standards

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Individual contributor position responsible for executing the technical design process from development to final fit.
• Responsible for analyzing and evaluating garments to develop the correct fit specifications.
• Ensures that products are developed in a manner consistent with established fit quality, standards, manufacturer capabilities and cost specifications.
• Develops technical specifications and communicates fit to vendors/factories for approvals and corrections.
• Makes appropriate adjustments with factories as required to ensure integrity of design approved prototypes while monitoring quality and targeted price.
• Typically reports to Technical Services Manager.
• Typically directs Assistant or Associate Technical Designers.
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in technical design. Plus size experience.