Technical Design Manager & Patternmaker

Founded by Santa Barbara-born sisters, Margaret and Katherine Kleveland, and a Collective of partners, DÔEN was launched in 2016 and is a digitally led, multi-channel fashion and lifestyle brand. Our mission is to create lasting, beautiful collections while supporting individuals in all aspects of the organization, supply chain, and community. We work with domestic and international partners who share our values and commitment to gender and social equality, and we give back by partnering with foundations that directly benefit our employees, value chain, and surrounding communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

DÔEN is looking for a dynamic and experienced Technical Design Manager & Patternmaker to join our growing team in Los Angeles. This position is on site/in-office and will report to the VP of Technical Design . This role is primarily responsible for executing the design team’s aesthetic vision from development through production. The position partners closely with Design, Product Development, and Production teams and oversees pattern and fit development across assigned categories.

Success in this role requires strong collaboration with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders at all levels of the organization. The responsibilities below show a glimpse into the role's key functions and the impactful contributions this position makes.

• Accountable for executing block and development patterns as needed.
• Oversee a small team of Technical Designers and effectively manage workflow and priorities.
• Skilled in amending and correcting factory production patterns to ensure final approval, alignment with design intent, and manufacturing requirements.
• Communicate clear, concise fit and pattern corrections, partnering with vendors to troubleshoot issues, resolve construction and costing challenges, and expedite sample turnaround.
• Collaborate with vendors on 3D development, fit evaluations, and approvals as needed.
• Build initial tech packs and clearly instruct vendors on how to execute quality proto samples that align with the design vision and DÔEN fit aesthetic.
• Lead fittings with cross-functional partners to execute the design aesthetic and meet DÔEN fit standards.
• Proactively identify and address fit and construction issues while balancing fit, functionality, quality, and factory productivity.
• Manage multiple seasons and prioritize workload to meet critical calendar deadlines.
• Review and maintain DÔEN apparel construction, quality, grading, and tolerance standards.
• Work collaboratively with Senior Technical Designers and Technical Designers, providing mentorship and support to Associate and Assistant Technical Designers as needed.
• Foster a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive team environment.
• Support additional technical design initiatives, process improvements, and special projects as assigned.

• Extensive knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, production sewing techniques, fabrications, and trims.
• Highly proficient in 2D pattern-making software, including Gerber, Lectra, Optitex, TUKA, or similar platforms.
• Experience managing and mentoring a team of Technical Designers and/or Patternmakers.
• Experience working with overseas, full-package vendors and managing technical development remotely.
• Practical, hands-on experience with 3D apparel software, including CLO3D, Browzwear, Optitex 3D, or similar platforms.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to the development and growth of TD…