Sr. Technical Designer - Sleepwear

Fourth Floor
New York, NY

Our client, an apparel company, is looking for a Sr. Technical Designer for Sleepwear to join their team in NYC!


Responsibilities

  • Manage technical development for multiple product lines within the sleepwear category.
  • Translate seasonal design concepts into production-ready garments with accurate construction and specifications.
  • Measure and evaluate Proto, Fit, PP, and TOP samples to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Lead fit sessions, recommending adjustments to improve fit, construction, and overall garment quality.
  • Identify and communicate fit, construction, and workmanship issues, and provide clear corrections and revisions to factories.
  • Create and maintain detailed tech packs for development, costing, and sample submissions.
  • Oversee and update sweater tech packs, including stitch and gauge details, specs, construction notes, fit comments, and grading.
  • Ensure all fit and quality adjustments are completed at the pre-production stage before bulk production begins.
  • Collaborate with private label partners to achieve target fit standards.
  • Apply grading knowledge to develop and issue graded specifications.
  • Maintain and utilize a block library for consistency in fit and development.
  • Follow development calendars closely to meet key milestones and deadlines.
  • Track sample progress and manage timelines to support on-time deliveries.
  • Log incoming samples and help maintain an organized sample archive.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams including design, merchandising, production, and sales to support product development.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Technical Design or Fashion Design; sleepwear specialization preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in technical design, with a strong focus on sleepwear.
  • Advanced knowledge of garment construction and fit.
  • Solid understanding of sewing techniques, patternmaking, garment production, and textiles.
  • Proficiency in PLM systems and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail, proactive mindset, and eagerness to learn.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.