Technical Designer

Technical Designer (SF area onsite, +0-110K)

Job Summary:

The Technical Designer will assist with Designers to create detailed technical drawings, construction callouts, and measurement specifications for products using Adobe Illustrator and ultimately the PLM system. Experience fitting on a live model is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Work closely with designers and production team.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Create detailed technical flats and line guides, including intricate CAD work and construction details for review with Lead Designers.

- Prepare/create tech packages for Design and Technical teams, including construction details, front and back view sketches, fabrications, trim sheets, and critical measurements.

- Complete detailed technical sketches using Adobe Illustrator.

- Responsible for maintaining and updating BOMs (Bill of Materials) as well as making sketch and construction updates as needed.

- Prepare spec sheets for factories relative to sample details.

- Assist with the construction details of prototypes.

- Assist the Design Team in inspecting proto samples received from factories to ensure accurate adherence to tech pack instructions - calls out any issues found.

- Assist the Design Team in measuring samples in preparation for fittings.

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Expertise in Adobe Illustrator software & computer-aided design (CAD) software.

- Experience fitting garments on a live model is necessary.

- Extensive knowledge of product construction techniques as well as fit requirements.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office or related software applications

.- Excellent communication skills & ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment

.- Strong attention to detail & ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced setting

.- Experience working with a PLM system is a plus

.- Working knowledge of fabrications/materials selection processes

.- Strong analytical & problem-solving abilities

Education and Experience:

Associate degree in Fashion Design or Technical Design.

5+ years of work experience as a production technician/technical designer required.