Apparel Technical Designer

Qurate Retail Group

. Create Technical Product Development Packets for apparel .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeWest Chester • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Technical Design, including pattern-making, grading, and garment construction, while effectively managing the product lifecycle from concept to production. Proficient in using PLM systems and creating detailed tech packs to ensure fit consistency and brand integrity across multiple apparel lines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Technical Design ProcessPattern-MakingPLM System ExperienceGarment ConstructionCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Pattern-MakingGradingDrapingGarment ConstructionTechnical Product DevelopmentFit AnalysisTech Pack CreationBOM DevelopmentMeasurement SkillsFit Consistency

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationPresentation SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

PLM SystemMS OfficeExcelAdobe PhotoshopAdobe Illustrator

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design

Industry Keywords

Apparel DevelopmentProduct LifecycleFit SessionsProto FittingsBrand Integrity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create Technical Product Development Packets for apparel
Fit apparel styles and follow them through release of graded specifications
Attend development meetings with designers, merchants, and vendors
Provide technical guidance and direction on product vision and concepts
Build detailed tech packs in the PLM system using flat sketches, BOMs, and construction details
Attend proto fittings and product review meetings
Ensure desired aesthetics and measurements are met and update changes in PLM
Support the product lifecycle from concept through final production approval
Maintain fit consistency and brand integrity across multiple brands
Develop, update, and use blocks and patterns to meet standards and expedite production
Lead weekly fit sessions
Adjust patterns, analyze garment construction, measure samples, and compare execution against tech pack requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in fashion design or related program
Minimum 6-8 years industry experience within Technical Design
Understanding of the Technical Design process and product construction
Knowledge of how product is sourced, developed and marketed
Experience working in a PLM System
Strong pattern-making, grading, and draping skills
Knowledge of garment construction and fitting skills
Proficiency in PC operation, MS Office and Excel, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator
Exceptional communication and presentation skills
Ability to adapt presentations for international cultures
Willingness and ability to travel to meet vendors and suppliers, including potential international multi-market travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Parental leave
Paid volunteer hours
Company discounts
Health care benefits starting on day 1 (US market)
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Relocation assistance