Technical Designer – Children's Apparel

Technical Designer for ChildrenswearThe Technical Designer for Childrenswear plays a critical part in the garment development lifecycle, ensuring high-quality standards, fit consistency, and brand integrity from concept through production.The Technical Designer will be responsible for creating initial garment specifications, managing fittings, and maintaining accurate, vendor-ready tech packs. This role partners closely with Design, Product Development, and cross-functional teams to translate design intent into production-ready garments while supporting speed-to-market in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesDevelop initial garment specifications for costing and sample production, ensuring alignment with design intent and childrens tolerances/requirementsExecute and maintain detailed, vendor-ready tech packs—including sketches, materials, construction details, and measurement charts—throughout the product lifecycleConduct fit sessions and manage the fit process through to production sample approvalEvaluate garments for fit, balance, and construction; provide clear, concise, and actionable fit commentsEstablish specifications and construction requirements across a range of garment typesCommunicate fit revisions and technical direction to factories through comprehensive tech packs and written communicationApply garment construction to enhance product quality and consistencyCollaborate closely with Design, Product Development, and Technical teams to translate aesthetic vision into production-ready garmentsParticipate in daily handoffs, ensuring alignment on fit intent, construction, and design details with cross-functional partnersProactively recommend improvements to specifications, construction methods, and development processesEnsure brand integrity and fit consistency throughout the development process while adhering to timelines and key milestonesRequirementsBachelor's degree in Fashion Technical Design or a related field3–5 years of Technical Design experience, preferably within children's apparelStrong knowledge of garment construction, fit, balance, and fabricsProven ability to develop specs, conduct fittings, and manage product through production approvalWorking knowledge of MS Suite especially Outlook and Teams, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, and PLM systemsExceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skillsStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical information and fit commentsAbility to multi-task, prioritize, and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentResourceful problem-solver with strong follow-up skills and sense of ownershipExperience working in a high-volume production environmentNew York Pay Rate $57,000.00 - $75,000.00We strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.Golden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years.

We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children's, junior, missy and women's apparel.We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.