DESCRIPTION
Please apply directly to United Legwear & Apparel for this role.
United Legwear & Apparel Co. has assembled a team of experienced professionals with like priorities all working together to make the company the very best in the business. Whether in sales, finance, planning, licensing, or shipping, the goal is always customer satisfaction and superior products.INNOVATION, DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING
Our design and merchandising teams have expertise in identifying emerging trends, fashions, and consumer desires. We also understand the essence of a brand and translate each brand’s DNA while creating apparel and accessories with the most advanced fabrics and yarns and designing items for sports/performance needs and lifestyles. It is the company's goal to deliver the best quality goods and the most innovative products within a category.About Us
The company as a whole works at a very fast pace. We thrive in an environment filled with tight deadlines, collaboration, and camaraderie. The entire company is very tight-knit. While we value sharp minds and professionalism, we like to surround ourselves with people who have a quirky sense of humor, and who understand what it means to be confident yet humble. We know how to get things done and have fun at the same time, and are looking for someone who can do the same.We are seeking a detail-oriented and innovative Technical Designer for Men's Apparel to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in garment construction, pattern making, and fit analysis, combined with a passion for men's fashion. This role requires a meticulous eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure our men's apparel lines meet the highest standards of quality, fit, and design.Essential Functions:
- Create technical specification packages that include detailed garment construction information, such as sewing details, trims, and measurements
- Measure incoming garments against vendor measurements and maintain accurate measurements and specifications to ensure consistency across all product categories
- Prepare and track samples for fittings and make sure approval dates are met
- Attend & run technical fittings by preparing samples, taking notes, and completing fit lists
- Maintain tech log under the direction of the design team
- Maintain tech packs under the direction of the Director of Design
- Generate detailed POM sketches, specs, and tech packs.
- Communication with factories in various methods, i.e. pattern correction, digital photos, technical sketches, technical notes, and garment construction
- Manage style input in web-based PLM
- Collaborate with internal/external teams: daily communication with overseas partners and internal Design, Production & Product Development department.
- Performs any other duties as assigned in support of the company's needs and operations.
Qualifications Requirements:
- College degree in technical design, fashion design, or equivalent experience in a related area and minimum of 3-5 years of technical design experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Technical design experience in Men's apparel, experience using PLM, and knowledge of 3D CAD are all preferred qualifications.
- High creativity and artistic abilities, an eye for color, texture, and pattern with keen attention to detail, and the ability to visualize in three dimensions.
- Knowledge of grade rule and sewing and of patternmaking and draping.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, email, and the Internet.
- Excellent written and verbal skills as required for effective interpersonal communication and collaboration with design, sales team, and production
- Excellent organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks and workload seamlessly and follow up.
This is an onsite position in our NY Office. The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000.
