Intimates Technical Designer
Who We Are
Client is proudly female-founded and led for over 30 years, stands as a distinguished industry leader in the intimates business. Specializing in designing, manufacturing, and distributing high-quality lingerie and related products.
Position Overview
The Technical Designer supports the execution of garment fit and construction from initial development through production. This role is responsible for creating accurate technical specifications, evaluating fit samples, and collaborating with cross-functional teams and global partners to ensure high-quality, consistent fit across product categories. The Technical Designer plays a vital role in maintaining development standards and ensuring technical packages are clear and complete. The product categories include underwire bras, bralettes, and panties.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Specifications & Development
- Develop technical specification packages, including Points of Measure, How to Measure illustrations (using Adobe Illustrator), sewing instructions, and cutting instructions.
- Contribute to the strategy and refinement of sewing and measuring methods to ensure consistency and efficiency.
- Create and maintain pattern files, including approved final garments, fit and grade samples, BOMs, and specifications.
- Prepare final production packages and QC packages on a weekly basis.
- Experience with Browzwear (3D) and Bamboo Rose PLM, a plus.
Fit Process & Evaluation
- Evaluate factory-submitted garments including fit, pre-production, production, and in-line samples.
- Complete fit comment reports and communicate feedback to factories and Hong Kong office (HKO) associates.
- Prioritize model needs and comment completion based on urgency and development timelines.
- Attend fit sessions, take on-body measurements, capture photos, and document fit details as needed.
- Apply knowledge of fit standards and block patterns in assessing garment construction and consistency.
Cross-Functional Communication
- Respond to inquiries from internal partners, HKO team, and factories regarding fit comments, specifications, and technical updates.
- Communicate changes or updates to specs and sewing methods clearly and in a timely manner.
Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Technical Design, with a strong preference for candidates with a background in Intimate apparel or performance swimwear.
- Expert-level skills in Adobe Illustrator for creating detailed "How to Measure" illustrations and technical sketches.
- Experience with PLM systems (specifically Bamboo Rose) and 3D design software (specifically Browzwear) is highly desirable but not required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data management, is required.
- Deep understanding of garment construction, sewing techniques, and the ability to apply fit standards and block patterns to ensure consistency.
- Strong ability to evaluate factory-submitted samples (fit, pre-production, and in-line) and provide clear, actionable fit comment reports.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and global partners, including the Hong Kong Office (HKO).
- Detail Orientation: High level of accuracy in creating technical specification packages, including Points of Measure (POM).