Lead Technical Designer

$50.00/hr - $55.00/hr

We are seeking a Lead Technical Designer to support high-priority 2026 projects within the Apparel Standards team
. This role is hands‑on and studio‑based, requiring deep expertise in pattern making, sewing, garment construction, and fit execution
. The ideal candidate is a proactive technical expert who thrives in a fast‑paced, creative environment, works independently, and partners closely with Product Creation, Design, and Manufacturing teams.

• Lead pattern making, sample making, and fit execution for studio‑supported apparel projects
• Identify and resolve issues related to pattern, construction, and manufacturability
• Interpret design intent and provide technical solutions and alternatives throughout product creation
• Partner with Design, Product Management, PCC, Materials, and Manufacturing teams to deliver product goals
• Track and facilitate project review meetings in collaboration with OSS leadership
• Serve as project lead and liaison for studio‑supported initiatives
• Develop and lead studio trainings, workshops, and SOPs
• Support Apparel Maker Space (Olive St Studio) operations, including inventory, assets, and equipment upkeep
• Organize and schedule sewing and embroidery machine maintenance
• Travel up to 10% as needed (domestic and international)

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Textile Science
  , or related field
• 5–10 years of advanced pattern making or technical design experience in the apparel industry
• Hands‑on expertise in pattern making, sewing, embroidery, and garment construction
• Strong knowledge of the end‑to‑end apparel development process (from concept to production)
• Proficiency in Optitex
  , flat patterning, and Adobe Illustrator
• Ability to physically work in a studio environment
  , creating patterns and samples
• Experience writing product specifications and construction standards
• Strong problem‑solving, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with MS Office tools

• Experience using 3D software such as CLO or Browzwear
• Experience collaborating directly with factory vendors to improve manufacturability
• Prior experience in standards, innovation, or studio‑based technical design teams
• Experience facilitating workshops and technical training sessions
• Familiarity with fast‑paced, high‑visibility product creation environments

Brick Red Systems is a global leader in next‑generation technology, consulting, and business process service companies. We enable clients to navigate their digital transformation. Brick Red Systems delivers a range of consulting services to our clients across multiple industries around the world. Our practices employ highly skilled and experienced individuals with a client‑centric passion for innovation and delivery excellence. With ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certification and over a decade of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we harness the power of cognitive computing hyper‑automation, robotics, cloud, analytics, and emerging technologies to help our clients adapt to the digital world and make them successful.

Our always‑on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.

Mid‑Senior level

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