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32 Degrees

Job post summary:The Designer &ndash; Heated Apparel Specialist will be responsible for the development, fit, and execution of all technical aspects related to battery-powered heated products. This role bridges apparel engineering, wearable technology, and performance materials. The ideal candidate combines strong apparel technical design experience with working knowledge of electrically heated components, battery integration, and safety standards for consumer wearable electronics.Fluency in Mandarin is required to effectively collaborate with overseas suppliers and factories in China.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Own the full technical design process for heated apparel (jackets, vests, socks, gloves, etc.) from concept through production.</li><li>Create and maintain accurate tech packs, BOMs, and construction details for both apparel and integrated heating elements.</li><li>Partner with factories and component suppliers to develop and test heating systems, battery housings, wiring channels, and controllers.</li><li>Communicate daily with Mandarin-speaking factories to review samples, resolve construction issues, and track development timelines.</li><li>Collaborate with Design and Production to ensure heating technology aligns with 32 Degrees&rsquo; comfort, safety, and cost standards.</li><li>Manage fittings, prototype evaluations, and product testing, including heat distribution, durability, and wash performance.</li><li>Work with QA and compliance teams to ensure all products meet applicable UL, FCC, CE, and ASTM safety requirements.</li><li>Support sourcing and engineering discussions related to batteries, wiring harnesses, connectors, and control modules.</li><li>Research emerging heated technologies, fabric integrations, and rechargeable systems for future innovation.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Apparel Textile Engineering, Product Development, or related field.</li><li>7+ years of technical design experience in outerwear, performance, or wearable technology.</li><li>Direct experience developing battery-powered heated apparel or other heated consumer products (blankets, pads, gloves, etc.) required.</li><li>Strong knowledge of patternmaking, fit, construction, and materials for insulated and technical garments.</li><li>Understanding of battery safety, low-voltage electronics integration, and washability of electronic textiles.</li><li>Fluency in Mandarin (spoken and written) required; English fluency also required.</li><li>Skilled in Adobe Illustrator and Excel</li><li>Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with overseas factories and suppliers.</li><li>Highly detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive in problem solving.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From $75,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Designer – Heated Apparel specialist

Oved Apparel Group

Technical Designer - OuterwearEarn $90,000 - $100,000/yearWho We Areo5 group is an industry leader in global fashion &amp; apparel design with 40+ years of success across wholesale, e-comm, and marketplace. We are privately held, HQ&rsquo;d in NYC with brand offices in CA &mdash; a dynamic portfolio of global brands committed to operational excellence in design, product development, production, sourcing, distribution &amp; logistics. With category expertise in full-collection menswear, womenswear, childrenswear, and infant/toddler, we specialize in denim, outerwear, activewear, and loungewear &mdash; trusted by top retailers.About the RoleThe Technical Designer, Outerwear is responsible for translating creative designs into clear, actionable technical specifications to ensure garments are produced with consistent fit, quality, and construction. This role operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and requires a detail-oriented, proactive professional who can manage multiple priorities while supporting evolving business needs across categories.How You&rsquo;ll Contribute&middot; Create detailed technical specification packages and review samples for fit, pattern accuracy, and construction quality.&middot; Lead and participate in live model fittings, evaluating garments for balance, proportion, and quality, and provide clear feedback to resolve fit or construction issues.&middot; Review pre-production and production samples to ensure consistency with design intent and quality standards.&middot; Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all technical details are properly executed and production-ready.&middot; Communicate daily with overseas factories to clarify specifications, review comments, and resolve production or fit-related questions.&middot; Maintain organized documentation of all technical specifications, revisions, and fit comments for accuracy and consistency.&middot; Assist with special projects, process improvements, and other cross-functional work as needed to meet seasonal deadlines and business goals.&middot; Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple categories and priorities with attention to detail and strong follow-through.What You Bring to the Team&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.&middot; 5+ years of experience as a Technical Designer in apparel (wholesale or vertical brand environment preferred).&middot; Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office Suite, and CAD systems.&middot; Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fit standards.&middot; Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.&middot; Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal partners and overseas factories.&middot; Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.&middot; Proactive, adaptable, and resourceful with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.Why Join o5 group&middot; Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.&middot; 401(k) + company-paid life insurance.&middot; Paid Time Off (PTO) + company holidays.&middot; Commuter benefits.&middot; Family-oriented culture.&middot; Responsibility &amp; Sustainability &mdash; at o5 group, this spans economic, social, and environmental impact.ApplyPlease send your resume to jobs@o5group.com.Job Type: Full-timePay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Technical Designer - Outerwear

Express

<div>Overview:
<div>
About PHOENIX</div><div></div> 
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com. 
About Express<div> 
Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you.</div><div></div><div> 
The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.</div>
Location Name: New York Office Responsibilities:

A Technical Designer independently determines &amp; sets all garment engineering standards for product development &amp; final production, arranges &amp; leads cross functional fit sessions, manages risks, sample tracking &amp; influences calendar/workflow for a specified garment category or catetories.<div></div><div> 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</div><ul><li>
Collaborates with Designers and Merchants to understand the design concept/vision and influence changes as needed to help endure the product, fit, function, price &amp; delivery goals can be successfully achieved in a bulk production scenario</li><li>
Establishes &amp; records all technical owned garment specifications within Yunique to direct &amp; enable our world-wide technical partners to develop &amp; produce high quality &amp; appropriately engineered products</li><li>
Leads fit sessions with Designers &amp; Merchants by adhering to the established EXP fit roles &amp; responsibilities guidelines</li><li>
Evaluate product to predict and manage risk from design concept through final production approval</li><li>
Records fit session comments &amp; ensures plan of action including product status are clearly understood &amp; aligned upon all CF teams</li><li>
Utilizes Gerber Accumark, Illustrator &amp; Vendor virtual sampling capabilities as needed to expedite &amp; clearly communicate garment specifications &amp; changes</li><li>
Tracks and manages all fit samples/packages</li><li>
Collaborates to arrange &amp; manage all outlook planners for each fit session</li><li>
Calibrates new vendor technical partners</li><li>
Determines when a product fit, use &amp; application of trims &amp; all other engineering is commercially approvable &amp; ready for mass production</li><li>
Ensures content of all final Tech packs including labeling, marketing and packing requirements are compliant with Express category standards and/or Merchant approved expectations</li><li>
Upholds &amp; improves department specific technical standards, record keeping, process, procedures &amp; tools</li></ul><div></div><div> 
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE &amp; QUALIFICATIONS</div><ul><li>
Education: College degree or equivalent work experience</li><li>
Experience: Minimum 4 years Technical Design within the apparel industry</li></ul><div></div><div> 
CRITICAL SKILLS &amp; ATTRIBUTES</div><ul><li>
Strong communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal</li><li>
Consistently demonstrated strong leadership within live fit sessions &amp; other cross-functional team meetings</li><li>
Leverages strong understanding of garment engineering, apparel factory operations &amp; patternmaking to achieve business goals</li><li>
Models agility/ability to multitask &amp; adapt to change</li><li>
Proven ability to independently, consistently &amp; appropriately manage risk at all stages of product development</li><li>
Proven ability to independently lead and influence through clear and consistent actions in a cross-functional team environment</li><li>
Ability to manage &amp; follow through on a task from start to finish within a specified timeline without supervision</li><li>
Experience with Yunique, Adobe Illustrator CS6, Accumark 10.3, Outlook, Excel and Word</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Benefits and Compensation:</div><div></div><div> 
PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associate&rsquo;s health and long-term financial security including:</div><ul><li>
Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage</li><li>
401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match</li><li>
Merchandise discount</li><li>
Paid Time Off</li><li>
Parental leave for new moms and dads</li></ul><div></div><div> 
For part-time associates, PHOENIX is partnering with LIG Solutions to help associates obtain individual insurance coverage that best fits their needs and budget, including major medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, life Insurance and more.</div><div></div><div> 
Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match.</div><div></div><div> 
Part-time associates are also eligible to receive an Express merchandise discount, participate in our Learn &amp; Earn incentive program, and choose voluntary benefits through YouDecide.</div><div></div><div> 
Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate.</div>
Pay Range: $85,100 - $123,200 Closing:
<div>
An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.</div><div></div><div> 
Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.</div></div>

Technical Designer

PPI APPAREL GROUP

Technical Designer &mdash; Sleepwear / Loungewear / UnderwearWe are excited to announce we&rsquo;re hiring a Technical Designer to assist with fit, specs, and construction for our soft knit and woven categories from proto through production. This role partners with the Director of Technical Design, Design, Production, and Factories to deliver comfort-driven product that meets our fit, quality, cost, and calendar targets.Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare samples and documentation prior to fit sessions</li><li>Attend, take notes, and update specs after fittings</li><li>Experienced in using PLM Systems- Manage product data, upload photos with details and fit comments into PLM system</li><li>Review samples for construction, measurements, and overall quality to align with the design team's intent</li><li>Support factories with clear comments and annotated images to insure correct execution for development samples and production samples</li><li>Track sample status and approval through PLM and maintain organized digital records</li><li>Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritize tasks as needed</li></ul>Requirements 4&ndash;6+ years Technical Design in sleepwear, loungewear, intimates, or soft knits&ensp;&ensp;Detail orientedTeam PlayerIn office Monday - Thursday and Friday - work from home&#8203;*Salary Range: $75k - $80kJob Type: Full-timePay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Technical Designer — Sleepwear / Loungewear / Underwear

Senior Designer &ndash; Woven Tops, Woven Bottoms &amp; OuterwearLocation: New York, NYEarn $100,000 - $110,000/yearWho We Areo5 group is an industry leader in global fashion &amp; apparel design with 40+ years of success across wholesale, e-comm, and marketplace. We are privately held, HQ in NYC with brand offices in CA &mdash; a dynamic portfolio of global brands committed to operational excellence in design, product development, production, sourcing, distribution &amp; logistics. With category expertise in full-collection menswear, womenswear, childrenswear, and infant toddler; we specialize in denim, outerwear, activewear, and loungewear/sleepwear, trusted by top retailers.About the RoleWe&rsquo;re seeking an experienced Senior Designer to lead concept-to-execution across denim and lifestyle apparel. This role sets the seasonal creative direction &mdash; color, fabric, washes, trims, graphics/prints, and silhouette &mdash; ensuring the broader collection ties cohesively back to denim. You&rsquo;ll partner cross-functionally with merchandising, technical design, and production teams to deliver elevated, on-brand product on calendar.How You&rsquo;ll Contribute&middot; Own the design process from concept through execution, including color, fabric, wash, trim, silhouette, and special finish development.&middot; Drive seasonal creative direction across denim and lifestyle categories, ensuring all assortments tie back to denim as the anchor.&middot; Partner with design, print/graphics, and merchandising to deliver cohesive seasonal stories aligned to brand vision.&middot; Research and identify market trends, competitive product, and category opportunities; translate insights into actionable design direction.&middot; Execute trend presentations each season &mdash; mood boards, inspiration, sample rigging, and theme storytelling &mdash; in partnership with the VP of Design and Merchandising.&middot; Collaborate with technical design and production to maintain design intent, quality, and fit standards through sampling and approvals.&middot; Partner with the sample room and vendors to ensure timely sample execution aligned with development calendars.&middot; Initiate and develop new denim concepts, finishes, and product categories supporting brand growth.&middot; Monitor fabric and trim development, ensuring all deliverables meet timeline and quality expectations.What You Bring to the Team&middot; 6&ndash;8 years of related fashion design experience, ideally in denim and lifestyle apparel.&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Fashion Design or Fine Arts.&middot; Strong creative and commercial sensibility with proven ability to interpret market trends into cohesive product.&middot; Advanced skills in Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD sketching.&middot; Strong merchandising sense, concept and color vision, and refined design aesthetic.&middot; Excellent communication and presentation skills.&middot; Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Why Join o5 group&middot; Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.&middot; 401(k) + company-paid life insurance.&middot; Paid Time Off (PTO) + company holidays.&middot; Commuter benefits.&middot; Hybrid/flexible schedule.&middot; Family-oriented culture.&middot; Responsibility &amp; Sustainability &mdash; at o5 group this spans economic, social, and environmental impact.ApplySend your resume and portfolio to jobs@o5group.comJob Type: Full-timePay: $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Senior Designer - Woven Tops & Woven Bottoms

La Ligne

<div>Location: New York, NY (Soho) 
Hours: 40-50 hours per month 
Assignment Duration: 12 months +
 
 
At La Ligne (http://www.lalignenyc.com), we believe in the universal appeal of the stripe&mdash;always classic, forever chic. With a nod to its iconic roots, we created La Ligne to give women a few new (and unexpected) ways to wear it. La Ligne offers versatile clothing collections inspired by the line with endless styling options.
 
 
We&rsquo;re inspired by all kinds of self-expression. We design everyday necessities and the occasional splurge&mdash;the kind of clothing we would want to wear. We prize functionality but we also want you to have fun while you&rsquo;re at it. In other words, if you can&rsquo;t eat, dance and drink in it, we won&rsquo;t make it. And while some clothes stay and some go, we want to be the ones that stay awhile.
 
 
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Collaborate closely with the design team to understand creative concepts and translate into technical specifications.</li><li>
Send seasonal line plan to the factories to highlight development assortment.</li><li>
Develop and create detailed tech packs, including flat sketches, BOM, construction details, wash page, stitch guide, and specs.</li><li>
Work closely with Studio Manager to send references, samples, swatches, etc. to overseas factories.</li><li>
Spec all samples when they arrive and record measurements in tech packs.</li><li>
Conduct fittings for proto, SMS and PPS. Communicate with factory to make necessary adjustments to patterns / construction / wash.
</li><li>After fitting, partner with Design Director to discuss priority / timeline.</li><li>
Review and compare tech packs at the SMS, PPS, and bulk stages for accuracy and details, including but not limited to: comparing sample to pattern, previous sample/production, design/founders&rsquo; comments &amp; factory callouts in order to prepare for the fitting. Samples should spec&rsquo;d, steamed/ironed and previous/reference sample + pattern readily available.</li><li>
Approve TOPs according to quality control standards</li><li>
Draft a technical design or construction sketch when required to coordinate with manufacturers and vendors to produce a design</li><li>
Update WIP columns post comment sending and add any additional call outs as necessary</li><li>
Issue graded measures based on grading rules and style specifications, once PP sample is approved</li><li>
Collaborate with overseas factories on issues regarding grading rules</li><li>
Add measures to Care Label Chart in Dropbox for external/customer reference once graded specs are approved
</li><li>Partner with factories to ensure deadlines are met (samples x fty and comments x LL) in order to maintain development and production calendars.
</li><li>Ad hoc projects as assigned by Design Directory, including but are not limited to: review and update grading rules, review and update tech pack template, assist with transferring tech designer&rsquo;s procedure from excel to Zedonk system, create quality standards manual, etc.</li></ul>
Qualifications/Skills:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</li><li>
5+ years of experience in technical design for denim</li><li>
Proficient in Excel</li><li>
Illustrator would be an asset</li><li>
Must have knowledge in fit and grading
</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
A natural collaborator with strict attention to detail</li><li>
Exceptional organizational and time management skills</li><li>
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines</li></ul>
Pay Rate: $50-65/hr (based on experience) 

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Part Time Technical Designer - Denim

Haddad Brands

<div>Description:

Haddad is a privately held family business with 100 years&rsquo; experience in the children&rsquo;s apparel &amp; accessories industry. A leader in the children&rsquo;s wear industry, Haddad Brands is the exclusive global licensee for the most iconic brands in the world, which include Nike, Jordan, Converse, Hurley, Levi&rsquo;s, Polo, Abercrombie and Fitch, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and Huggies. Supported by a team of professionals skilled in design, sourcing, production, sales, marketing &amp; distribution of premium quality children&rsquo;s wear, Haddad distributes globally to 100+ countries and maintains sales and sourcing offices in 22 cities globally, including New York, Paris, Hilversum, Shanghai, Egypt, Bangkok, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, London and Montreal. 
Overview:
Designer for Haddad Apparel Group at its New York, NY office. The Designer will work cross functionally with Graphic Design, Sales and Merchandising to create and develop seasonal apparel lines while supporting the overall brand&rsquo;s objective.
Key Accountabilities:<ul><li>
Research and identify marketplace trends on style, fit and color to maintain a brand strategy.</li><li>
Create CAD sketches of styles in development.</li><li>
Review and approve all technical packs to ensure accuracy of product development and create tech packs as necessary.</li><li>
Ensure that the design team is made aware of major milestones and deadlines throughout the design process including fabric requests and sourcing timelines.</li><li>
Oversee the creation, development and execution of design process while implementing the overall brand strategy and merchandise objectives for their functional area.</li><li>
Present developed designs to internal partners and customers as needed.</li><li>
Attend all fitting meetings and lend feedback to ensure design intention is captured.</li><li>
Work closely with Graphic Designers, Sales and Merch to prepare line reviews and presentation materials for market and corporate brand meetings.</li><li>
Oversee the creation and maintenance of the seasonal design catalogs to ensure accuracy.</li><li>
Ensure Design Operations and Sourcing have the most accurate information on line development and that changes were implemented.</li><li>
Communicate regularly with Sales and Merchandising teams to discuss line development progress and share feedback.</li><li>
Review and approve styles, materials, trims and colors and effectively communicate approvals to appropriate cross functional teams and factories</li><li>
Participate in sampling communication between sample room. Design, and cross-functional teams as needed.</li><li>
May supervise, train and develop Associate and Assistant Designers.</li><li>
Initial fit/Sample pass off to TD for new fits.</li><li>
Manage Fashion Show concepting, styling and work with Marketing on Go-sees.</li><li>
Special projects as assigned.</li></ul>
Requirements:

Experience or training must include:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or foreign equivalent in Fashion Design, or other closely related field of study.</li><li>
Plus 36 months of experience in the offered position or other closely related positions.</li><li>
Experience may be concurrent.</li></ul></div>

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