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New Balance Athletics, Inc.

Technical Designer II

New Balance Athletics, Inc., Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298


Who We Are:

Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.JOB MISSION:New Balance has a rich history rooted in innovation since 1902. Our Tech Designers challenge the status quo, solve for athlete needs, drive fit consistency, and problem solve for a healthier future.As a key member of the Apparel team, The Apparel Technical Designer II will play a critical role bringing Design intention to life from development through production, while maintaining fit consistency and construction standards.MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:Responsible for accurately interpreting design's intent from development through production.Create and maintain tech packs including garment construction, sketches, graded measurement charts, fit comments, and pattern corrections.Communicate fit revisions to factories through pattern corrections and images.Maintain fit consistency based on category history, block patterns and standards specs.Research and resolve fit and construction issues using appropriate resources.Identify potential production, quality, costing issues and make appropriate recommendations while maintaining design and fit intent.Schedule and lead fit sessions.Research competitors, trends, and new technologies in the industry.Track and manage samples to ensure seasonal deadlines are met.REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:5+ years of experience in Technical Design or related field.Experience in garment construction, pattern making, fitting, and specs. Experience with performance apparel a major plus.Ability and willingness to travel globally.Proficient with Microsoft Suite, Adobe Illustrator, 3D-software.Experience and/or strong desire to learn Gerber Pattern Design and 3D CLO Software.Experience with extended size fit, team sports uniforms, and grade a major plus!Equal Opportunity EmployerNew Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.

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