RTA US

RTA US is hiring: Junior Technical Designer in New York

RTA US, New York, NY, United States

Job Description

Russell Tobin & Associates is currently seeking 4 Junior Technical Designers to work for our client in the Fashion and Apparel industry. Apply now for consideration!

Contract: W2, Fall and Holiday Season Project
Contract Dates: Nov 18 2024-Jan 17 2025

Location: New York, NY 10038, United States (100% onsite)

Pay Range: $35-$40/hour doe

Brief Summary:

As a Technical Designer, you will support the seasonal design planning for Fall and Holiday collections. This individual contributor role involves hands-on work with garments, executing fit and comfort requirements to meet design standards. The project requires experience in technical design for intimates or apparel and the ability to work onsite five days per week.

Responsibilities:

Execute technical design process from development to final fit.
Analyze and evaluate garments to achieve accurate fit specifications.
Develop technical specifications and communicate adjustments with vendors and factories.
Maintain consistency in product fit and quality, ensuring alignment with design intent and cost targets.
Lead fittings, document fit comments, and apply pattern corrections.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet product standards.
Direct and mentor Assistant or Associate Technical Designers as required.

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or related field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of technical design experience with intimates/apparel.
Proficiency with tools such as Excel, Illustrator, Flex PLM, and Centric.
Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and composure in high-paced environments.
Ability to work effectively onsite, collaborating closely with design and technical teams.
Traits of flexibility, supportiveness, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Technical Designer role:

• Will have ownership of the first proto fittings. This is a BIG responsibility.

• Prepping samples

• Fitting samples

• Writing fit comment

• Lead the fittings

• Communicating with overseas vendors, sharing comments, asking if they have any questions. Own responding to them and getting back to them.

• Write detailed fit comments.

• Work independently

• Must be able to take the work and run with it.

• Will interact with design partners.

• Lots of deadlines so

• Must be Self-led and independent.

• Able to ask questions when they are unsure of something to prevent any issues down the line.

• Will take lots of notes working with design partners and sending fitting information over

• Candidates will work on different teams.

• Interacting directly with design partners.

Russell Tobin / Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Company Description

As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts.

Company Description

As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty. \r\n \r\nEqual Employment Opportunity Statement \r\nAs a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. \r\nPride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts.