Technical Designer Job New York New York USA,Design & Architecture

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SWIM USA is a family owned and operated swimwear company established in 1936. We are a global industry leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of branded, licensed, and private label swimwear. We are currently searching for a dynamic Technical designer to join our team in our New York City office.

Job Summary

Partner with design and pattern making to create technical packages. Responsible to evaluate and provide clear communication of pattern and sewing construction in various stages of proto and production process.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Create illustrator technical sketches as required for accounts with construction callouts
Create/add/update technical packages accurately; communicating components, fabrics, cutting information, illustrations, measurements, and sewing instructions needed for proto and production
Attend all fittings and communicate evaluations to factories with proper diagramming
Partner with design/product manager to facilitate aesthetic/fit and quality of product
Communicate with factories regarding questions
Maintain tracking reports and follow up on sample requirements for accounts
Maintain sample library
Work with Patternmaker, Designer, Product Managers and Sample Makers
All other duties as assigned by the Head Technical Director

Qualifications/Requirements

Education:

High School or GED equivalent; BS in Fashion Design, Associate Degree.

Experience:

A minimum of 5-6 years’ experience in Tech Design

Skills:

Must have knowledge of basic computer skills
Illustrator/Photoshop experience required
Strong written and oral communication skills
Team-player
Well-organized
Detail-oriented. Every step-in process is critical to success of brand.
Ability to follow product development procedures--both industry standards and those unique to this organization.
Capability to re-prioritize tasks as new requests enter workflow
Must be able to communicate clearly to manufacturers, vendors and sewers
Must be able to lead fittings and evaluate fit corrections
Must have good knowledge of garment construction

Travel: N/A

Working Conditions:

Overtime is necessary during peak periods

Office, warehouse, noise above 85 decibels
Mon thru Fri 8 hrs/day
Overtime as needed

Physical Demands:

Must be able to stand, sit, and walk 8 hours/day
Vision requirements correctable to 20/20 vision

Note:

Manager reserves the right to modify job description base on business needs#J-18808-Ljbffr