Technical Designer (San Francisco, CA)

Our Customer is an American worldwise clothing and accessories retailer, founded in 1969. Over the last 50 years, the company has grown from a single store to a global fashion business with seven brands. Their clothes are availabile in 90 countries worldwide through over 3,100 company-operated stores, almost 400 franchise stores, and e-commerce sites and is still growing.

We are seeking a Technical Designer on a contract basis to support their business needs. This role is on-site in San Francisco, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Execute the end-to-end technical design process from development through final fit approval
• Analyze and evaluate garments to establish accurate fit specifications
• Develop and maintain detailed technical specifications for assigned products
• Ensure product development aligns with fit standards, quality expectations, manufacturer capabilities, and cost targets
• Communicate fit intent, specifications, and feedback clearly to vendors and factories for approvals and corrections
• Review prototypes and samples, providing adjustments to maintain design integrity and quality
• Partner with factories to resolve fit and construction issues while meeting production timelines and cost requirements
• Monitor product quality and ensure consistency across all stages of development
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product execution and delivery
• May provide guidance or oversight to Assistant Technical Designers

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Technical Design, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, and technical design processes
• Ability to analyze garments and translate design intent into precise technical specifications
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and consistency
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with vendors, factories, and internal teams
• Ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make fit and construction decisions

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Availble upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements) Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.