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Role: Technical Designer (Apparel)
Location: Beaverton, OR (Onsite)
Duration: 7 Months Contract
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Technical Designer to join a fast-paced Apparel Product Creation team in Beaverton, OR. In this role, you will partner with cross-functional teams including Design, Product Management, Materials, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Creation to bring innovative apparel concepts from initial design through commercialization and production.
If you're passionate about apparel construction, fit, pattern development, technical specifications, and product creation, we'd love to connect with you!
Responsibilities:
- Own apparel fit, construction, and technical execution from concept through production.
- Translate design concepts into production-ready technical packages and digital prototypes.
- Develop and maintain detailed Tech Packs, construction sketches, measurements, and graphic placements.
- Lead fit sessions, prototype reviews, and provide technical recommendations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and factory partners to ensure manufacturability and product quality.
- Review samples, document fit comments, and implement construction improvements.
- Manage multiple styles while meeting product development milestones and production timelines.
- Identify manufacturing challenges and recommend effective technical solutions.
Must-Have Skills:
- 8 years of Technical Design experience in the apparel industry.
- Strong expertise in:
- Apparel construction
- Fit development
- Pattern making & grading
- Technical specifications (Tech Packs)
- Garment manufacturing
- Experience throughout the apparel product creation lifecycle—from concept to production.
- Strong communication, organization, and project management skills.
- Experience working directly with factory vendors.
- Proficiency in:
- Adobe Illustrator
- MS Office Suite
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with Optitex CAD Pattern Design Software
- Experience with CLO 3D or Browzwear
- Apparel Design or Textile Science degree (or equivalent experience)
- Knowledge of textiles, trims, graphics, costing, quality, and manufacturing processes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Textile Science, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent product creation experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.