Technical Designer - Men and Womenswear Apparel

Posted 3 days ago

emerging blueSan Luis Obispo (CA)

Fashion Designers Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors)

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About the role

Job Description: Technical Designer – Mens and Women'swear Apparel Our client, a leading American golf apparel company, is seeking a Technical Designer to join their team. This role partners cross-functionally with Design, Production, and overseas vendors to ensure consistent fit, construction, quality standards, grading, tolerances, and technical accuracy across men’s apparel. The Technical Designer is responsible for translating design intent into production-ready garments while supporting a seamless development-to-manufacturing process and upholding the brand’s standards for craftsmanship, performance, and consistency.

Location: San Luis Obispo, CAResponsibilities Develop and maintain detailed technical packages including specifications, construction details, grading, and tolerances Lead and manage fit sessions for men’s apparel, providing clear, actionable fit and construction feedback Evaluate fit, proportion, and workmanship from first fit through pre-production approval Ensure size, fit, and construction consistency across styles, size ranges, and seasons Review garment construction, materials, and workmanship to meet quality and performance standards Troubleshoot fit and construction issues while maintaining design intent Manage and track the pre-production calendar to ensure timely sample reviews and approvals Review and approve samples through all stages of pre-production Partner with Production to support smooth handoff from development to manufacturing Communicate clear technical requirements, revisions, and approval status to overseas vendors Track revisions, comments, and approvals within PLMMaintain accurate and consistent technical documentation throughout the development lifecycle Support cross-functional alignment to meet development timelines and quality expectations Special projects and additional product development support as assigned Requirements 3+ years of experience in technical design within the apparel industry Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, grading, and pattern interpretation Experience fitting men’s performance, golf, or lifestyle apparel Experience working with PLM systems Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Excel Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

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