Technical Designer (Wovens)
On-siteBoca Raton, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Create and maintain technical packages, including detailed fit comments, construction details, garment specifications, and pattern corrections. Measure development and production samples, evaluate against approved specifications, and accurately update PLM. Prepare garments for fittings by organizing samples, measuring, and documenting fit observations. Attend fittings, record detailed fit comments, and communicate revisions to vendors in a clear and timely manner. Manage assigned styles from first fit through production approval while maintaining development calendars and milestone dates. Track sample status and approvals within PLM to ensure development deadlines are achieved. Review workmanship, garment construction, grading, and overall product quality to ensure consistency with Boston Proper standards. Assist with photo sample approvals, pre-production sample reviews, and production readiness. Coordinate alteration requests and sample modifications as needed. Review catalog and website copy for accurate garment descriptions, fit information, measurements, and size equivalents. Partner with Product Development, Design, Merchandising, and vendors to resolve technical issues and improve product quality. Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance technical processes and product execution.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Apparel Product Development, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years of apparel technical design experience
- Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, fit, fabrics, and manufacturing processes
- Experience working with PLM systems
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail
- Self-motivated with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
- Proficiency in leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to improve efficiency, technical accuracy, documentation quality, workflow management, and cross-functional collaboration
- Demonstrates a willingness to learn and adopt emerging technologies that enhance product development and technical design processes
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with overseas vendors and global sourcing partners preferred
- Experience in women's contemporary or fashion apparel preferred
- Knowledge of digital patternmaking or 3D product development tools is a plus preferred
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