The North Face: Senior Technical Designer, Apparel
Core
Lead end-to-end fit execution for complex apparel products from concept through bulk production approval, ensuring proportions, measurements, and construction meet quality and performance standards.
Role type
Senior Technical Designer (Apparel)
Builds
Physical and 3D prototype samples, fit specifications, size sets, and production-ready documentation for high-profile apparel categories.
Domain
Apparel manufacturing and product development
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Fit execution, patternmaking, grading, garment construction, tech pack creation, PLM/PDM systems, vendor collaboration, size set reviews, fit risk assessment, cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
2D/3D fit tools (Gerber, Lectra, Browzwear, CLO, VStitcher, Optitex), additional languages, process improvement, mentoring
Technologies
PLM/PDM systems, Gerber, Lectra, Browzwear, CLO, VStitcher, Optitex
Responsibilities
Lead fit reviews and size set reviews; translate designer intent into fit direction for prototypes; resolve complex fit and construction issues; mentor Associate and Mid-level Fit Specialists; travel to overseas manufacturers for fit execution and vendor alignment; identify and lead process improvements in fit standards and grading.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities