Senior Technical Designer

About the position

FAM Brands is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Technical Designer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the technical design process from concept to final product, ensuring that our garments meet the highest standards of fit, quality, and functionality. Your expertise will be crucial in driving our product development and enhancing our brand presence in the competitive retail market.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design process for women's bottoms, including pants, shorts, and denim.
• Develop and maintain technical packages, including specifications, construction details, and measurement charts.
• Oversee fittings, make pattern corrections, and ensure the fit is consistent with the brand’s aesthetic and quality standards.
• Work closely with designers, product developers, and factories to translate design concepts into accurate and production-ready samples.
• Provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless product development process.
• Establish and enforce quality standards for fabrics, trims, and construction techniques.
• Conduct thorough garment inspections to ensure product consistency and quality.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction without compromising quality.
• Implement best practices to enhance product development efficiency.
• Stay current with industry trends, innovations in technical design, and advancements in materials and construction methods.
• Integrate new techniques to improve product performance and appeal.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all technical design activities.
• Prepare detailed reports on fit sessions, sample evaluations, and production issues for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Technical Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of technical design experience in women’s apparel.
• Experience working with retail or wholesale brands, particularly those that supply to major club stores, is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in pattern making, garment construction, and grading.
• Strong knowledge of fit analysis and adjustments.
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., Gerber, Lectra, Optitex) and Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong experience with PLM systems; experience with Centric is a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards for quality and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $95,000—$105,000 USD.
• Participation in annual bonus program (Non-Sales) or commission program (Sales).
• Commitment to fair and transparent compensation.
• Equal pay for equal work.