What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technical Designer position at Tuckernuck?
Position Overview
We are searching for a passionate and detail-oriented Senior Technical Designer to join the Tuckernuck team, with a focus on Bottoms and Outerwear. In this role, you will play a key part in the sample fitting process, collaborate with designers, merchandisers and vendors, and use your technical expertise to ensure the best product is produced. A successful Technical Designer will be fashion-forward, deadline-driven, and possess a strong knowledge of garment fit and construction. Ideal candidates will have a keen eye for detail and demonstrate sound knowledge of industry-related software.
Core Responsibilities
- Own the technical development process for Bottoms and Outerwear from initial proto through production approval
- Lead fittings on live models, providing detailed and accurate fit comments and construction specifications at each stage of development
- Create and maintain points of measure and construction specifications for all styles within assigned categories
- Partner with Design and Merchandising to provide technical expertise and ensure alignment on fit, construction, and product expectations
- Communicate fit corrections and technical comments to vendors, ensuring timely and accurate sample execution
- Track and manage samples through all development stages, adhering to the development calendar
- Identify construction and fit issues and recommend solutions that balance design intent with production feasibility
- Maintain consistency of fit and construction standards across styles within assigned categories
- Stay up to date with the latest techniques in the development of garments
Minimum Qualifications
- 8-12 years of experience in Technical Design, with a focus in Bottoms and/or Outerwear
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Strong technical knowledge of pattern making, garment construction, and grading principles, with category expertise in Bottoms and Outerwear
- Ability to assess design feasibility and clearly communicate technical recommendations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Deadline-driven and committed to quality
- Practical experience with Adobe Illustrator and Gerber Accumark PDS; experience with Airtable a plus
Compensation
Compensation for the role will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience. The estimated annual compensation for this role is $90,000-$120,000; classified as full-time exempt and not eligible for overtime. At Tuckernuck, we care about our team and offer benefits that support your health, growth, and work-life balance. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with a company match, generous paid time off and holiday, paid new parent leave, day care coverage, a generous employee discount, and other great perks.
Tuckernuck Core Values
The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following core values that inspire the Tuckernuck team to make a difference.
- Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
- Find the Fun
- Stay Authentic
- Respect
- Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Start Strong & Finish Strong
- Have Courage
- Continuous Improvement
Tuckernuck is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Tuckernuck policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits discrimination based on a perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful. Tuckernuck offers reasonable accommodations in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in this application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.