Manhattan, NY
|Onsite
|Contract
|Job ID 71766|Posted Sep 23, 2025We are seeking a skilled Technical Designer to join our team, responsible for executing the technical design process from development to final fit. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the creation of high-quality apparel while collaborating closely with design teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead the technical design process, ensuring garments meet fit specifications and quality standards.
- Analyze and evaluate garments to develop accurate fit specifications.
- Communicate fit requirements to vendors and factories for approvals and corrections.
- Make necessary adjustments with factories to uphold design integrity and quality.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on design intent and fit standards.
- Document technical specifications and fit comments for future reference.
- Support the development of prototypes while monitoring quality and pricing targets.
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion or equivalent experience in technical design.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in technical design, particularly with intimates/apparel.
- Strong understanding of fit, comfort, and quality standards in garment construction.
- Proficiency in tools such as Excel, Illustrator, and Flex PLM.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills to effectively convey fit requirements and adjustments.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with detailed fit comments and technical packs.
- Background in retail, fashion, or eCommerce sectors.
- Familiarity with community service or volunteer work in the fashion industry.
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to new ways of working.
We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual is valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in creating a supportive and collaborative environment.
Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.
We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.
In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.
All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.