Product Designer - Specialized 4

Job Title: Senior Technical Designer (Apparel)
Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration: 6-Month Contract
Schedule: Hybrid (4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote)
Hours: 40 Hours per Week

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Designer to support apparel product development from concept through commercialization. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product fit, garment construction, technical accuracy, and manufacturing readiness while partnering closely with Design, Product Management, Materials, and Development teams.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical apparel expertise with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple products and timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical design execution for assigned apparel styles from concept through production.
• Develop and maintain Tech Packs, technical specifications, grading, construction details, and fit standards.
• Conduct fit evaluations and provide clear construction and fit feedback throughout the development process.
• Track prototypes, sample revisions, and development milestones to ensure timely delivery.
• Partner with Design and Product Management teams to translate design intent into commercially viable products.
• Identify and resolve fit, construction, and manufacturing challenges while maintaining product integrity.
• Collaborate with materials, product creation, and manufacturing teams to ensure quality and consistency.
• Monitor product testing and support commercialization activities to ensure production readiness.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and development records throughout the product lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Textile Science, Product Development, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of Technical Design experience within the apparel industry.
• Strong knowledge of apparel construction, pattern making, grading, manufacturing, fit evaluation, and product development processes.
• Experience creating and managing Tech Packs, construction standards, and technical product specifications.
• Ability to interpret design intent and recommend technical solutions that improve fit and manufacturability.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.

Required Technical Skills

• PCX (Product Creation Experience)
• PPS (Bill of Materials System)
• Optitex
• CLO3D
• Adobe Illustrator
• Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a large apparel or sportswear organization.
• Strong understanding of apparel commercialization and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with 3D product creation and digital apparel workflows.
• Familiarity with vendor and factory collaboration throughout the product development cycle.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Solution-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and collaborative approach.
• High energy and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong ability to navigate challenges and drive results.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move fit forms, samples, and materials weighing up to 35 lbs.

Must-Have Skills

Technical Design (Apparel)
PCX
PPS (BOM System)
Optitex
CLO3D
Fit & Construction Expertise
Product Development Lifecycle Knowledge
Strong Cross-Functional Collaboration