Assistant Technical Designer

Position: Assistant Technical Designer

Location: New York, NY

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: Up to $65,000

Position Overview: The Assistant Technical Designer will support the technical design team throughout the product development lifecycle, ensuring garments meet quality, fit, and construction standards. This role collaborates closely with design, product development, and production teams to maintain accurate technical specifications and facilitate timely product execution. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities: Support the technical design team throughout the product development process by assisting with daily tasks and project coordination. Assist with fit sessions, sample reviews, and technical updates to ensure garments meet design intent and quality standards. Review and maintain technical specifications, measurements, and product details for accuracy and consistency. Prepare and revise tech packs and technical documentation to support production readiness. Communicate with design, product development, and production teams to ensure alignment on product execution. Track samples, fit comments, and revisions to ensure timely follow-through and adherence to deadlines. Maintain organized records of technical information and product updates for reference and compliance. Support the team with additional technical design and product development responsibilities as needed.

Required Experience/Skills: Previous experience or relevant education in technical design, apparel design, product development, or a related field. Foundational knowledge of garment construction, fit, and apparel manufacturing processes. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with technical design software or PLM systems preferred. Preferred Experience/Skills 1-2+ years of experience with technical design, fit, or apparel product development. Familiarity with tech packs, measurement specifications, and fit comments. Experience working with childrenswear products. Background in collaborating with cross-functional design and production teams. Fashion-related degree or equivalent industry experience.

Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Coursework or training in garment construction and patternmaking is a plus. Familiarity with apparel production processes and quality standards. Continued learning in technical design tools and PLM systems encouraged.

Benefits: If eligible under the ACA, medical, dental and vision benefits and time off in accordance with local paid sick time laws will be offered. Additional benefits may include paid holidays, a 401(k)-retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program, where applicable. Other compensation programs may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, or other incentive compensation, where applicable.

Commitment to Diversity: As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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