Technical Designer

About the Role

As Technical Designer, you will execute technical product specifications for multiple complex programs within Kohl’s Proprietary Brands.

What You’ll Do

Develop accurate technical specifications aligning with Kohl’s brand ID, minimum construction standards, tolerances and grading requirements

Collaborate with Product Integrity to ensure products meet performance testing protocols and requirements

Conduct benchmarking and remain current on market trends and competition, providing recommendations based on insights

Apply industry knowledge to resolve fit and production issues, fostering supplier and peer relationships

Demonstrate proficiency in grading and consistency management, aligning with Technical Design Leadership and suppliers to implement changes

Prepare for the Seasonal Sample Fit Benchmark by reviewing samples and presenting hypotheses for product improvements

Guide new hires on Kohl’s processes and procedures

Communicate technical specifications and collaborate with Vendors via PLM during product development

Communicate sample corrections clearly to Vendors through written summaries, sketches and photos

Support vendor onboarding and Certified Technical Designer training

Additional tasks may be assigned

What Skills You Have

Required

5+ years of experience in Technical Design, Fashion Design, Pattern Making, Manufacturing or related industries

Experience with Browzwear and other 3D design technologies to create accurate virtual samples, conduct fit analysis, and reduce physical sampling throughout the product development process.

Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational skills

Effective verbal and written communication abilities

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Manufacturing or a related field of expertise

Preferred

Experience using PLM and Adobe Illustrator or similar specification packages and sketching programs

Knowledge of textiles, construction and pattern-making/grading

This role is based at our New York Design Office. You’ll work onsite from Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.

Pay Range: $90,600.00 - $153,100.00

Kohl’s offers a variety of benefits to associates depending on full-time/part-time status and work hours, including: WORK LIFE BALANCE (PTO, Vacation Buy Program, Parental Leave), HEALTH & WELLNESS (Medical, Dental, Vision and other short and long term disability programs, Emergency health and wellness programs such as Accident Protection Plans, Critical Illness Plans and more), SAVINGS & RETIREMENT BENEFITS (401k, Flexible Spending Accounts and associate discount programs with Kohl’s partners), INSURANCE PROGRAMS (Life Insurance for you, your family or your pet, as well as other protection programs), and LIFE EVENTS (Legal and adoption assistance benefits).