Technical Designer, Women's Cut & Sew Knits and Bottoms

Technical Designer

Our Heritage:
An American Original Since 1977

Founded on the Upper East Side of New York City by brothers Jay and Kevin McLaughlin, J.McLaughlin was built on a simple idea: great style feels personal.

From a single neighborhood shop to nearly 200 stores nationwide, we have always believed in being local and loyal—to our customers, our communities, and one another. Today, nearly 1,000 employees bring the brand to life across the country, from Maine to Maui.

For over 20 years, our corporate home has been in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, where creativity, craftsmanship, and collaboration continue to shape our next chapter.

Giving back is part of who we are. We support the communities we serve through local partnerships, charitable initiatives, and a belief that businesses should leave places better than they found them.

We are seeking a Technical Designer for our Women's Cut & Sew Knits & Bottoms categories to support the Technical Design team in ensuring garments meet the brand's standards for fit, construction, grading, and quality while remaining scalable for production.

This role reports to the Director of Technical Design and partners closely with Design, Product Development, Production, and external vendors to help translate design concepts into technically sound garments. The Technical Designer will drive fit evaluations, technical documentation, and garment construction reviews to support consistent product execution across seasons.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, collaborative, and knowledgeable in garment construction, fit evaluation, and technical specifications.

This position is primarily based in our Greenpoint, Brooklyn office and follows a hybrid schedule.

• Technical Design Execution
• Ensure technical accuracy and consistency across product categories by supporting the development of fit standards, construction details, and garment specifications.
• Drive the development and maintenance of the following for assigned categories:
• Technical packages (tech packs) and garment specifications
• Measurement charts and grade rules
• Construction standards and workmanship guidelines
• Block libraries and seasonal updates
• Ensure technical documentation is accurate, organized, and updated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Fit & Sample Evaluation
• Review and evaluate samples at various development stages including:
• Prototype (Proto)
• Fit samples
• Pre-production (PP) samples
• Top of Production (TOP) samples, as needed
• Evaluate garment fit, balance, and proportion and make appropriate corrections.
• Record fit comments and maintain technical documentation following fittings.
• Work with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure fit corrections and revisions are implemented accurately.
• Garment Construction & Engineering
• Assess construction details to ensure garments meet both aesthetic and functional standards.
• Evaluate fabric properties and how they impact garment fit, drape, and performance.
• Provide recommendations for garment engineering improvements to enhance manufacturability and consistency.
• Partner with Product Development and vendors to troubleshoot construction or pattern issues during development.
• Vendor Communication & Sample Tracking
• Communicate fit comments and technical updates clearly to vendors and internal teams.
• Track sample revisions and ensure updates are reflected accurately in technical documentation.
• Monitor and track development progress to support timely approvals and production readiness.
• Fit Session Management:
  Manage sample inventory, including receiving, cataloging, organizing, and preparing products for fittings. Schedule and organize fitting sessions, coordinating calendars, preparing garments and materials, and ensuring all stakeholders are informed and prepared. Point person with PD & Production for sample logistics, ensuring timely delivery, return, and organization of all products throughout the development process.

Additional

Job Responsibilities:

• Other related duties as assigned

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