Technical Designer Womenswear

The Technical Designer is an active driving member of the Meijer Softlines Product Development Team through-out the own brand development stage with focus on all areas of Technical Design, including but not limited to fit, patternmaking, technical sketches, consulting on garment construction in coordination with cross functional teams to ensure department and business objectives are met in a timely manner. As a key member of the Product Development Team drive fit conversation for assigned product departments and brands throughout the Development process. Identify and alert design and production teams of potential production, quality and costing issues and make recommendations to ensure brand integrity is maintained Ability to drive and manage multiple projects from initial sketch pass to development and start of production ensuring brand quality standards and design intent are met. Exceptional knowledge and eye for fit, garment construction, and finishing Extensive knowledge of patternmaking including grading, construction, and fit Exceptional written, oral and face-to-face communication skills Proven track record of growing businesses and delivering results Deadline driven and extremely detail oriented Ability to apply technical knowledge to various apparel categories and sizes Ability to pivot workflow as needed. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development.