Lead Technical Designer

We are seeking a Lead Technical Designer to support high-priority 2026 projects within the Apparel Standards team. This role is hands-on and studio-based, requiring deep expertise in patternmaking, sewing, garment construction, and fit execution. The ideal candidate is a proactive technical expert who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment, works independently, and partners closely with Product Creation, Design, and Manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead patternmaking, sample making, and fit execution for studio-supported apparel projects
• Identify and resolve issues related to pattern, construction, and manufacturability
• Interpret design intent and provide technical solutions and alternatives throughout product creation
• Partner with Design, Product Management, PCC, Materials, and Manufacturing teams to deliver product goals
• Track and facilitate project review meetings in collaboration with OSS leadership
• Serve as project lead and liaison for studio-supported initiatives
• Develop and lead studio trainings, workshops, and SOPs
• Support Apparel Maker Space (Olive St Studio) operations, including inventory, assets, and equipment upkeep
• Organize and schedule sewing and embroidery machine maintenance
• Travel up to 10% as needed (domestic and international)

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Textile Science, or related field
• 5–10 years of advanced patternmaking or technical design experience in the apparel industry
• Hands-on expertise in patternmaking, sewing, embroidery, and garment construction
• Strong knowledge of the end-to-end apparel development process (from concept to production)
• Proficiency in Optitex, flat patterning, and Adobe Illustrator
• Ability to physically work in a studio environment, creating patterns and samples
• Experience writing product specifications and construction standards
• Strong problem-solving, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with MS Office tools

Preferred Skills

• Experience using 3D software such as CLO or Browzwear
• Experience collaborating directly with factory vendors to improve manufacturability
• Prior experience in standards, innovation, or studio-based technical design teams
• Experience facilitating workshops and technical training sessions
• Familiarity with fast-paced, high-visibility product creation environments

About BrickRed Systems:

BrickRed Systems is a global leader in next-generation technology, consulting, and business process service companies. We enable clients to navigate their digital transformation. BrickRed Systems delivers a range of consulting services to our clients across multiple industries around the world. Our practices employ highly skilled and experienced individuals with a client-centric passion for innovation and delivery excellence. With ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certification and over a decade of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we harness the power of cognitive computing hyper-automation, robotics, cloud, analytics, and emerging technologies to help our clients adapt to the digital world and make them successful. Our always-on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.