Technical Designer

DNAM BrandsBeverly Hills, CaliforniaOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 4 hours ago

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About this role

Responsibilities

- Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive tech packs, spec sheets, grading rules, and measurement charts with precision

- Own the fit process from first proto through TOP approval, ensuring consistency and alignment with brand standards

- Lead fit sessions, document feedback clearly, and issue detailed, production-ready corrections to factories

- Evaluate prototypes, SMS, pre-production, and TOP samples for fit, construction, workmanship, and quality

- Communicate daily with overseas factories to resolve technical issues and ensure timely sample turnaround

- Identify potential construction or production risks early and proactively implement solutions

- Ensure grading is accurate and consistent across size ranges and categories

- Partner cross-functionally with Design and Production to balance aesthetic intent with manufacturability and cost efficiency

- Maintain organized, up-to-date technical files to support seamless development-to-bulk transitions

- Uphold quality and consistency standards across all brands and product categories

Qualifications

- 3+ years of technical design experience in apparel across men’s, women’s, and/or children’s categories

- Strong expertise in garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fit development

- Advanced ability to build detailed, production-ready tech packs including specs, construction details, BOMs, and callouts

- Proven experience leading fit sessions independently and making clear, actionable fit corrections

- Deep understanding of fabric behavior, stretch, shrinkage, and wash impact on fit

- Experience partnering with overseas factories and communicating technical direction clearly and effectively

- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes from development through bulk production

- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in measurements, specs, and documentation

- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple styles, categories, and production calendars simultaneously

- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Excel; familiarity with PLM systems strongly preferred