Technical Designer - PBS

• Independently manage assigned product categories from proto submit through top of production, reviewing garment samples for fit, silhouette, construction, measurement, and grade accuracy within established PBS standards.
• Identify fit, construction, and measurement issues and communicate clear technical corrections through written comments, illustrations, photos, and pattern callouts to international factories.
• Measure garment samples and review against technical packs, bills of materials, approved fit intent, and packaging requirements for accuracy.
• Review and create final graded specifications based on each style’s construction, fit intent, approved measurements, and category requirements.
• Review factory-sent patterns and provide comments as needed, partnering with Patternmaking and Technical Design leadership on complex pattern or fit concerns.
• Maintain the garment block library for assigned categories, applying established fit blocks, grade rules, and technical standards to support consistent product execution.
• Use CLO3D to review, create, and manage digital patterns and block libraries, supporting speed-to-market trend execution while maintaining pattern accuracy.

• Independently manage assigned product categories from proto submit through top of production, reviewing garment samples for fit, silhouette, construction, measurement, and grade accuracy within established PBS standards.
• Identify fit, construction, and measurement issues and communicate clear technical corrections through written comments, illustrations, photos, and pattern callouts to international factories.
• Measure garment samples and review against technical packs, bills of materials, approved fit intent, and packaging requirements for accuracy.
• Review and create final graded specifications based on each style’s construction, fit intent, approved measurements, and category requirements.
• Review factory-sent patterns and provide comments as needed, partnering with Patternmaking and Technical Design leadership on complex pattern or fit concerns.
• Maintain the garment block library for assigned categories, applying established fit blocks, grade rules, and technical standards to support consistent product execution.
• Use CLO3D to review, create, and manage digital patterns and block libraries, supporting speed-to-market trend execution while maintaining pattern accuracy.

• Recruit, audition, and manage live models for fit sessions as needed.
• Coordinate fit sessions with Design, Product Development, Production, Buying, live models, and/or dress forms, making technical recommendations within established fit standards, blocks, grade rules, and calendar expectations.

• Recruit, audition, and manage live models for fit sessions as needed.
• Coordinate fit sessions with Design, Product Development, Production, Buying, live models, and/or dress forms, making technical recommendations within established fit standards, blocks, grade rules, and calendar expectations.

• Track requested samples for assigned categories, communicate vendor status updates, flag delivery concerns, and maintain accurate weekly and seasonal sample tracking records.
• Maintain accurate technical pack updates using Adobe Illustrator, including fit comments, construction details, measurements, graded specifications, and related category documentation.
• Ensure accurate and timely handoff of samples to cross-functional teams for review, approval, and web processing.

• Track requested samples for assigned categories, communicate vendor status updates, flag delivery concerns, and maintain accurate weekly and seasonal sample tracking records.
• Maintain accurate technical pack updates using Adobe Illustrator, including fit comments, construction details, measurements, graded specifications, and related category documentation.
• Ensure accurate and timely handoff of samples to cross-functional teams for review, approval, and web processing.

• Identify opportunities to improve category-level execution, tools, and communication; recommend solutions within assigned scope; and escalate broader process standards or strategic direction to Senior Technical Designer or Technical Design Manager for collaboration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager.

• Identify opportunities to improve category-level execution, tools, and communication; recommend solutions within assigned scope; and escalate broader process standards or strategic direction to Senior Technical Designer or Technical Design Manager for collaboration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Requirements: 

• College degree or equivalent coursework in textiles, patternmaking, apparel manufacturing, or related experience.
• 5+ years of experience in technical design, with experience in men’s and/or women’s knit and woven tops and bottoms; denim experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Illustrator, and intermediate to advanced Excel skills; CLO3D and Airtable experience preferred.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Working knowledge of basic fabric characteristics and the ability to distinguish between knit structures and weave types.
• Working knowledge of dye & finishing processes and how they affect fit, drape, and spec.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management skills with the ability to multitask and reprioritize as business needs change.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

Ability to remain in a stationary position in an office environment for extended periods and work on a Mac or PC without limitations. Must be able to distinguish colors and inspect materials and product details.

Benefits 

• Hourly rate: $33.00–$38.50.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance following an initial waiting period.
• 401(k) eligibility after one year of service.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid Sick Leave, following an initial wait period
• Life insurance.
• 10 days of accrued paid vacation.
• Bonus potential.
• Stock purchase program.
• Open, casual, pet-friendly office environment
• Employee discount on Zumiez products.
• On-site skate park and on-site cafeteria.

This job description is not all-inclusive and is intended to describe the general nature of the work. All job responsibilities are considered essential job functions. Job responsibilities and requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The Company reserves the right to modify this job description as it deems necessary for proper business operations.