Technical Designer

Jenni Kayne is a California-based lifestyle brand that aims to empower an elevated approach to everyday living. Whether its our edited style ethos or coveted interiors sensibility we work hard to create a world thats inviting and intentional. From our stores across the country to our operations and corporate teams we believe in the power of a workplace thats built on diversity and inclusionwhere the varied voices and viewpoints of our community pave the way.

The Technical Designer is responsible for all aspects of technical design across all apparel categories from initial development through TOP (Top of Production). This role ensures the highest standards of fit construction quality and measurement accuracy while maintaining brand integrity. The ideal candidate has deep experience in technical design for RTW strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to communicate clearly with internal teams and global vendors.

Role and Responsibilities

As the Jenni Kayne Technical Designer your primary responsibilities include the following:

Technical Design

• Measure garments accurately to identify fit issues and execute fit comments efficiently to meet calendar deadlines.
• Assess garments for compliance with specifications construction standards and all prior updates or changes.
• Participate in live-model and form-fitting sessions provide recommendations document call-outs and log critiques to efficiently resolve all issues.
• Create clear detailed fit comment documents using written and visual communicationphotos sketches pattern diagrams or on-pattern notationto address fit and balance issues.
• Communicate daily with vendors regarding fit construction adjustments sewing changes final grading and follow-ups throughout the product lifecycle.
• Build and maintain accurate tech packs including detailed sketches/illustrations construction details and specifications using Adobe Illustrator and PLM System (WFX) following established standards and templates.
• Maintain and update measurement specifications how to measure guides construction and label call out pages throughout product lifecycle
• Identify potential product quality or costing risks early and make informed recommendations that uphold brand standards.
• Track and manage workflow fit schedules and calendar adherence to ensure timely execution of all milestones.
• Collaborate with Design & Product Development to determine next steps when fit issues arise during pre-production or production including evaluating timing or cost impacts.
• Maintain organization of all samples throughout development and production including tracking the status of fit samples and vendor packages.
• Help organize and manage sample archives
• Adhere to the department standards and best practices for product fit and process compliance

Product Development/Production

• Partner with Product Development and Design teams to ensure BOMs (Bill of Materials) remain updated throughout the development and production lifecycle.
• Coordinate with Design & PD on sampling needs and requests to meet all calendar milestones and deadlines.
• Review and approve final inspection spec sheets prior to bulk shipment.
• Update all cross-functional WIPs in a timely manner maintaining accurate records and adhering to established templates and standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Technical Design experience preferably within Ready-to-Wear.
• Associate degree (minimum 2 years) in a related field required; bachelors degree preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of prototyping patternmaking garment construction grading and development/production processes.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting production pattern and grading issues.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Photoshop & Illustrator
• Experience using PLM system WFX a plus.
• Intermediate grading skills and strong knowledge of BOMs trims and construction standards.
• Excellent written verbal and presentation communication skills with the ability to create comprehensive product specifications and detailed technical drawings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to make independent proactive decisions.
• Highly organized detail-oriented and able to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment while adapting to shifting priorities.
• Proactive self-starter with strong initiative independence and follow-through.
• Collaborative team-oriented and results-driven with a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to sew is a plus but not required.

Additional Notes
This job description is not all addition Kayne LLC dba Jenni Kayne reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Kayne LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work annual base salary range for this position is $80000 - 85000. The base salary is determined by experience education skills and location.