Sr. Technical Designer-Tailored Wovens

Medelita is looking for an experienced Senior Technical Designer with a high level of expertise in tailored, woven garments. We are a small team; offering the opportunity for the right person to make a big impact and help put a significant stamp on the future of Medelita.

This role is a key component of our future success. We are looking for highly motivated individual who can help maintain our highest standards in tailored, woven apparel and build on an existing platform and product line. This person has no problem doing all aspects of the job; from full life cycle/ design/ fit sessions (leading with ease) to pre-production, measuring samples, developing fabric and trim, pattern adjustments as well as coordinating deliverables and calendars internally and externally with vendors. This person can work autonomously on all aspects or collaborate at the highest level of the organization. The role will work in tandem with Product and Quality Team, as well as key executives on scope of work and deliverables.

**To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter on why you would be a good fit for Medelita, resume and any relevant portfolio examples**

Responsibilities:

Full life cycle from Design to Pre-Production
Define the fit of a garment; creating spec sheets for tech packs
Accurately determine fit issues and communicate corrections verbally in fittings and concisely written via fit comments
Responsible for grading on all classifications
Pattern corrections sketching in Adobe Illustrator
Create and maintain block library, fit and construction standard
Set up tech pack templates, tracking reports, block and body spreadsheets
Maintain consistent fit across product categories
Lead Proto, JSS and PP sample fittings
Interact on a daily basis with agents/vendors to problem solve all issues related to garment engineering
Request and approve lab dips
Source and approve trims for color and aesthetics
Create Bill of Materials
Develop timelines and follow date requirements
Work with Product and Quality on costing, testing and fabric applications

Education/ Experience:

8+ years minimum Technical Design or related experience
8+ years or equivalent working with tailored, woven garments; preferably some experience with suits or blazers
Experience working and traveling to off-shore factories becoming familiar with the manufacturing process
Min 3 years’ experience with Adobe Illustrator.
Expert knowledge of patterns, grading and garment construction with emphasis in worvens
Experience illustrating pattern corrections using drawing software
Advanced knowledge of fabrics and how specifications impact garment fit – stretch, recovery, etc
MA, BA, BFA or BS preferred in Apparel related field or equivalent experience

Skills:

Adobe Illustrator Sketching
Ability to communicate in writing clear and concise thoughts
Advanced knowledge of production and costing
Textiles and fabric layout (engineering) knowledge
Advanced Pattern Making
Excellent, demonstrable verbal and written communication
Excellent, demonstrable time management and interpersonal skills

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive Salary DOE
Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
401(k) Plan
Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
Life Insurance
Food + coffee + snacks
Flexible schedules
Dog-friendly workplace

Medelita is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees as a way of doing business and in accordance with all applicable equal opportunity laws.

It is the policy of Medelita to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medelita will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.