Sr. Technical Designer Men's Knits

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Headquarters, AZ, USA
In-Office
86K-112K Annually
Senior level
Fashion • Retail
The Role
Lead fit excellence and technical development for men's knits, managing fit sessions, tech packs, specs, BOMs, and sample tracking. Resolve complex fit issues, mentor teams, communicate with vendors and cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure garments are manufacturable and meet quality standards and deadlines.
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Our Story

J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion. 

Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting.

Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are. 

Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.

The Role + Purpose

We're seeking an experienced Senior Technical Designer to lead fit excellence and technical development across men's knits. This role independently manages the complete fit process while ensuring design aesthetic is translated into accurate, manufacturable garments that meet deadlines and quality standards. You'll serve as the technical expert, mentoring teams and driving innovation in garment construction while maintaining seamless communication with global partners.

  • Lead independent fit sessions and process management, resolving complex fit issues across multiple product categories

  • Collaborate with design teams to ensure accurate garment development that meets aesthetic vision while maintaining technical feasibility

  • Manage comprehensive technical documentation by developing and editing tech packs, documenting fit comments, specs, and bill of materials

  • Provide innovative solutions for fit challenges through expert evaluation of fit problems on live models and pattern adjustments

  • Maintain compliance with quality standards by organizing and maintaining detailed data history for samples and patterns

  • Coordinate information flow for fit processes including sample tracking, tech log updates, and factory communications

  • Communicate technical expertise effectively with vendors, merchants, production teams, and design stakeholders

Qualifications

Required:

  • 7+ years of technical design experience with expertise across multiple product classifications; men's knits experience preferred

  • Knowledge of garment construction methods, structural and decorative trims, and grade rules

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Illustrator, and pattern drafting/draping skills

  • Strong communication abilities and experience working with global vendors and cross-functional teams

  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate fit problems and resolve complex technical challenges independently

Preferred:

  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Technical Design, Fashion Design, or related field

  • PLM system experience is a plus, but not required

We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We’re always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.

Benefits + Perks

  • Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.

  • Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).

  • Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.

  • Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.

  • Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.

Salary Range: $86,400.00 - $111,700.00

At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.  The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.

One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.

 

JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.

Skills Required

  • 7+ years of technical design experience with expertise across multiple product classifications
  • Men's knits experience
  • Knowledge of garment construction methods, structural and decorative trims, and grade rules
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
  • Pattern drafting and draping skills
  • Strong communication abilities and experience working with global vendors and cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate fit problems and resolve complex technical challenges independently
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Technical Design, Fashion Design, or related field
  • PLM system experience
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The Company
HQ: New York, New York
1,071 Employees

What We Do

We think shopping should be fun. Actually, really fun. As in, scoring our exclusive collection of colorful, classic styles at prices that can’t be beat. A fan of lots of options in amazing fits? You’ve got it. Looking for some great accessories you won’t find anywhere else? Check. Need to get dressed for a day at the office, a weekend get-together or your next family vacation? Easy, preppy-inspired outfits are a part of our DNA, so we’ve got you covered. Whatever the occasion, we’ve got styles for the whole family that’ll have your crew looking good. Plus, there are always deals waiting for you—24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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