Senior Technical Designer

The People Brand

. Lead technical development of women's dresses, sweaters, and ready-to-wear collections from prototype through production .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeNewport Beach • California • United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in women's apparel technical design, focusing on fit, construction, and patternmaking. Proven ability to lead development processes, mentor team members, and communicate effectively with domestic and international partners.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Technical Design ExperienceWomen's Apparel Fit ExpertiseGarment Grading KnowledgeTechnical Communication SkillsProficiency in Adobe Illustrator

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Hard Skills

Technical Package CreationPatternmakingFit EvaluationGarment Construction AnalysisMeasurement StandardsWoven and Knit Fabrication KnowledgeConstruction MethodsFit Session LeadershipTechnical Documentation ManagementContinuous Improvement Initiatives

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookAdobe PhotoshopStyleCAD

Industry Keywords

Ready-to-Wear CollectionsWomen's DressesSweatersProduction LifecycleDomestic and International ProductionTechnical SketchesFit CommentsPattern EngineeringQuality ImprovementFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical development of women's dresses, sweaters, and ready-to-wear collections from prototype through production
Create and maintain technical packages including construction details, technical sketches, points of measure, grading, tolerances, and construction callouts
Manage prototype development and ensure samples are delivered and reviewed according to development calendars
Measure, evaluate, and review prototype, fit, PP, and TOP samples for fit, construction, workmanship, and execution
Lead fit sessions on live models and problem-solve with Design
Communicate fit comments and construction revisions to domestic and international vendors
Partner with Design to preserve design intent while achieving optimal fit, comfort, and manufacturability
Collaborate with Product Development, Production, and Sourcing teams to resolve fit and quality issues
Maintain consistency in fit, grading, construction, and technical standards across women's ready-to-wear categories
Analyze garment construction and recommend improvements to quality, durability, functionality, and cost efficiency
Build working relationships with overseas factories, pattern engineers, and cross-functional teams
Maintain development trackers, technical documentation, and sample status updates
Support continuous improvement initiatives
Join calls with international vendors during non-traditional office hours
Meet project deadlines and expected fit comment volumes
Mentor junior team members and drive technical execution throughout development

Requirements

What you’ll need

9+ years of technical design experience with a strong focus on women's dresses, sweaters, and ready-to-wear
Extensive knowledge of women's apparel fit, construction, patternmaking, and grading
Expert understanding of woven and knit fabrications, including sweater knits, stretch textiles, linings, and specialty construction techniques
Proven ability to lead fit sessions and make sound technical decisions balancing fit, aesthetics, functionality, and manufacturability
Strong knowledge of garment grading, measurement standards, and pattern engineering
Experience partnering directly with domestic and international factories and pattern makers
Excellent technical communication skills, including communicating fit corrections using technical sketches, fit photos, and pattern diagrams
Strong understanding of the complete apparel product development lifecycle from concept through production
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop
Experience with StyleCAD or similar pattern software is a plus
Experience with both domestic and international production is preferred
Knowledge of construction methods across women's woven apparel, dresses, sweaters, and knitwear is highly desirable
Must be a team player