Designer (AutoCAD)
GE HealthcareSalary not specified
Full Time
Entry Level & New Grad
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fashion, ApparelIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, Textile Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in technical design (5+ years minimum specified elsewhere)
- Proven experience in technical design for apparel products, with a focus on fit, construction, and quality
- Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, fit requirements, balance, pattern grading, fabrics, and fabric performance
- Must have some denim experience
- Strong computer skills including Adobe Illustrator, MS Word, Excel, and technical design software/tools (e.g., Gerber Technology)
- Experience with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software (preferred)
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, clear and concise orally and in writing with all levels
- Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask, meet deadlines, prioritize, cope with change, and maintain composure under pressure
- Independent, self-motivated, team player, accountable for results, proactive in resolving problems
- Leadership skills to manage a team of technical designers and coordinate multiple projects
- Experience in apparel industry, preferably managerial/leadership role (preferred)
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to apparel technical design (preferred)
- Onsite four days a week
Responsibilities
- Responsible for fit, construction, quality, and consistency of 5 pkt denim and fashion denim/wovens
- Work closely with Technical Team, Designers, and Product Development on fit issues from development to bulk approvals
- Manage and facilitate fit sessions independently with fit models
- Lead fittings and make decisions independently
- Maintain and enter specs and fit comments in Excel and PLM system
- Write fit comments with specs and fit corrections
- Work with Director/Senior Manager on correcting patterns when needed
- Maintain fit trackers from development to bulk approval
- Manage the technical design process for apparel products, ensuring quality standards, fit specifications, and design requirements
Skills
Technical Design
Denim
Fit Sessions
Pattern Correction
Adobe Illustrator
Excel
PLM
Pattern Grading
Garment Construction
Fabrics
Wovens
Good American
Fashion brand offering inclusive women's apparel
About Good American
Good American provides a variety of clothing designed for women of all shapes and sizes, including premium denim, swimwear, and bodysuits. Their products focus on fit and style, catering to modern women who want high-quality apparel that enhances their confidence. The company differentiates itself by emphasizing inclusivity and sustainability, having achieved B Corporation Certification. Good American operates a direct-to-consumer model, allowing for better control over customer experience and offering flexible payment options.
Culver City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$1.3MTotal Funding
DEBT_PPCompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees
Risks
Increased competition in the premium denim market may impact market share.
Rapid retail expansion could strain resources and affect product quality.
Reliance on celebrity endorsements poses risks if partnerships don't resonate with audiences.
Differentiation
Good American emphasizes inclusivity with a wide range of sizes and styles.
The company holds B Corporation Certification, ensuring high social and environmental standards.
Direct-to-consumer model allows control over brand and customer experience.
Upsides
Recent retail expansion increases brand visibility and customer accessibility.
Partnership with H&M enhances brand reach and inclusivity efforts.
Celebrity endorsements boost brand recognition and appeal to diverse audiences.
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