PSI (Proteam Solutions) · 7 hours ago
Senior Technical Designer
Manhattan, NY
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
6+ years expPSI (Proteam Solutions) is a leading women’s fashion organization seeking an experienced Technical Designer specializing in Intimates & Shapewear. The role involves supporting a cross-functional technical design team, contributing to product development, and ensuring high standards of fit and quality across categories.
CRMInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Patrice Johnson
Responsibilities
Serve as a functional expert and product guardian within the assigned categories, ensuring adherence to brand standards
Support a cohesive team environment built on open communication, collaboration, and shared values
Evaluate proto samples for construction, design intent, fit accuracy, and overall workmanship
Lead fit sessions on live models; clearly communicate corrections to vendors using written documentation, measurements, technical sketches, and digital imagery
Partner with Design to interpret and execute design intent before transitioning styles to regional technical design partners for fit approval cycles
Manage workflow, ensuring all technical milestones align with seasonal calendar deadlines
Identify potential production, quality, or costing challenges; recommend solutions to mitigate risk across the development cycle
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to align on product performance expectations tied to brand identity
Maintain broad knowledge of the end-to-end product development process, including patternmaking, construction, grading, costs, materials, and factory capabilities
Conduct competitive analysis to inform development and ensure best-in-class fit and comfort
Present technical information and recommendations to cross-functional teams, adapting communication for each stakeholder group
Support feedback analysis from merchants, design partners, and regional teams; propose technical adjustments based on customer insights
Participate in new initiatives, process enhancements, and department-wide projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Technical Design, Fashion Design, or equivalent technical training
6–8 years of experience in sleepwear and women's apparel; knowledge of intimates, sport bras, and shapewear is strongly preferred
Strong understanding of patternmaking, grading, fit, construction standards, and garment engineering
Knowledge of factory construction methods, manufacturing machinery, and raw materials
Experience with PDM/PLM systems; 3D design software (Clo3D, Browzwear, etc.) is a plus
Exceptional organizational skills, including sample management, fit comment documentation, and calendar tracking
Strong note-taking, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to operate with accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Preferred
Knowledge of intimates, sport bras, and shapewear is strongly preferred
Experience with PDM/PLM systems; 3D design software (Clo3D, Browzwear, etc.) is a plus
Company
PSI (Proteam Solutions)
Established in 1992, PSI (Proteam Solutions Inc) has grown from a one man start up to a multi-million dollar IT Consulting, Workforce Solutions and Enterprise Resource Solutions firm providing senior-level consulting and talent management solutions to both the Private and Public Sector.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Monty Ragland
President & CEO
Monica Dominic
Chief Client Officer
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