Associate Technical Designer

Job Summary:Diane Gilman Jeans is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized AssociateTechnical Designer to join our Technical Design team. The ideal candidate will supportthe technical design process- ensuring fit, quality, and construction standards aremaintained across all styles. In this role, you will collaborate cross-functionally withDesign, Production, and Overseas partners across multiple brands and categories ofknit and soft woven womenswear. This is a mid level position. Candidates must have atleast 4 years of working experience in Technical Design not including internships.Key Responsibilities:-Follow established fit standards and processes for internal brands.-Track, prepare and measure fit samples before fittings.-Schedule weekly fittings with Technical Design, Design and Production teams.-Review and evaluate sample measurements and construction of all fit samples todetermine they are meeting intended design requirements.-Collaborate with production and design teams through live model or Alvanon formfittings.-Take clear notes for designated product areas during fittings.-Give input during fittings to communicate fit issues and give solutions to improvegarment fit and construction.-Issue revised product specifications and fit correction comments after the fittings. Thisincludes photo or sketch corrections and pattern correction images as necessary.-Work with the Production Team in meeting timelines and communicating the necessaryinformation to the overseas factories.-Check all grading and tolerances are updated properly for bulk production.-Follow through with questions and requests from overseas partners via email.Qualifications:-College or university level degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Technical Design, orrelated field.-Minimum of 4 years of working experience in Technical Design is required.-Experience in womenswear is required.-Experience in both missy and plus sizing is a plus.-Basic patternmaking knowledge is required. Candidates must know how fit correctionswill be conveyed in revising patterns to communicate with factories.-Must be proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Excel, and PLM systems.-Excellent organizational and time management skills.-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.-Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet seasonal deadlines.-Experience working with overseas vendors in a corporate apparel environment.-Excellent attention to detail.-Must be able to identify problems as well as create solutions to correct the issue.-Ability to work closely in collaboration with all cross functional partners.-Motivated to grow as a Technical Designer and willing to learn new ways of working.-Proactive in following through with multiple priorities.-Team player mindset.-Must be able to work onsite 5 days a week. This is not a hybrid role.