Senior Technical Designer

Welcome to Gap, where we believe in creating timeless, high-quality clothing that reflects the unique styles and needs of our customers. As a Senior Technical Designer, you will play a crucial role in bringing our designs to life by ensuring they are both aesthetically appealing and functional. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual who is passionate about fashion and has a keen eye for detail. If you are a team player with strong technical knowledge and a desire to innovate and elevate our designs, we would love to have you join our team.

1. Develop and maintain technical specifications for all garment styles, including measurements, construction details, and material requirements.
2. Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure designs are translated accurately into production samples.
3. Conduct fit sessions and provide feedback to design and production teams to ensure garments meet quality and fit standards.
4. Identify and troubleshoot potential production issues, providing solutions and suggestions for improvement.
5. Review and approve production samples, ensuring they meet design and quality standards.
6. Keep up-to-date with industry trends and techniques, and make recommendations for incorporating them into our designs.
7. Train and mentor junior technical designers on fit and construction techniques.
8. Work closely with fabric suppliers to test and approve new materials for use in our designs.
9. Communicate with overseas factories to ensure accuracy and quality of production samples.
10. Participate in design meetings and provide technical expertise and recommendations to achieve design vision.
11. Ensure all garments meet safety and compliance standards.
12. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues that may arise during the production process.
13. Continuously review and improve pattern blocks and grading to ensure consistency across all sizes.
14. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all technical specifications and fit comments.
15. Contribute to the development and implementation of new processes and procedures to improve efficiency and quality.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Technical Designer in San Francisco, CA, USA is between $80,000 and $120,000 per year. This can vary depending on factors such as years of experience, industry, and specific job responsibilities.

The Gap, Inc., or Gap, is an American worldwide clothing and accessories retailer. Doris and Don Fisher opened the first Gap store in 1969 with a simple idea — to make it easier to find a pair of jeans and a commitment to do more. Over the last 50 years, the company has grown from a single store to a global fashion business with seven brands — Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Athleta, Intermix, Hill City, and Janie and Jack. Gap's clothes are available in 90 countries worldwide through over 3,100 company-operated stores, almost 400 franchise stores, and e-commerce sites.