Associate Technical Designer - Intimates & Swim

The role

You will translate design concepts into wearable garments for Swim and Intimates. You will own the technical development process from initial prototype to final production.

What you will do

• Lead live fittings to evaluate support, comfort, and silhouette.
• Provide precise fit comments and visual corrections to vendors.
• Establish and re-evaluate annual blocks.
• Make direct fit corrections using CAD and flat pattern-making.
• Build and maintain detailed Tech Packs.
• Manage complex BOMs, construction templates, and stretch-based grade rules.
• Inspect all samples from Proto to TOP.
• Partner with Design and Development to select fabrications and trims.
• Stay ahead on new bonding technologies, seam constructions, and consumer trends.

Required qualifications

• 3–5 years in Technical Design, with a specialized focus on Swim, Intimates, or high-stretch performance wear.
• Proven ability to make pattern adjustments for Junior and Plus sizing.
• Deep understanding of body contouring and support.
• Proficiency in CAD software, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft/Google Suites.
• Strong understanding of elastics, specialized machinery (flatlock, overlock), and how different knit fabrications impact fit and recovery.
• Exceptional ability to communicate technical issues clearly to both domestic and overseas partners.

Nice to have

• Experience using PLM software

Benefits

• Brand new state-of-the-art HQ in Beverly Hillls!
• Formalized career paths for continued professional growth
• Comprehensive health insurance across Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k match, with immediate vesting upon eligibility
• Weekly catered lunches & fully-stock kitchen pantry!
• Opportunities to travel for trade shows and vendor meetings
• Summer Fridays Early Departure
• Team bonding events and programs
• Attractive employee discounts!

About the company

Fashion Nova is a trend-to-market fashion and lifestyle brand with high-growth categories across Women, Men, Kids and Beauty. The brand has over 40 million social media followers and annual sales of approximately $2 billion.