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Cato Fashions

Technical Designer

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 days ago

Location: Charlotte, NC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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What they do

A Fashion Designer creates designs for clothing, shoes, accessories or costumes. Creates designs for individual pieces or for a collection or line of clothes or shoes. Creates drawings and prototypes for designs, chooses fabrics and materials, and oversees the production process.

$60,760 / year median in North Carolina

-3% projected decline

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Job Description

LOCATION

Charlotte, North Carolina

JOB SUMMARY

To provide apparel technical support for Cato and It's Fashion Buyers, Product Managers and Vendors, by developing product with optimum fit, consistent sizing and quality construction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Sample analysis, including measuring samples as required, conducting fit sessions with Buyers, and communicating appropriate fit and pattern corrections to Vendors. Responsible for maintaining specification consistency across all product categories. Making fit comments and corrections based on comparison with core specs and construction standards. Giving technical support to vendors (troubleshooting) when needed, and producing final specifications. Development of Bid Packages for product development that capture the essence of the style while maintaining measurement and construction standards. Assist in the training and development of Assistant Technical Designers. Support special projects and cross-functional initiatives as assigned.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Flex PLM systems. Conduct competitive analysis research. Wash-test garments as required. Work in tandem with Merchandising, Sourcing, and Quality Assurance Departments, offering expertise and assistance as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Degree in Patternmaking/Apparel Manufacturing/Design

WORK EXPERIENCE

3-10 years experience as Patternmaker/Technical Specialist / Designer

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Pattern-making/Grading/Measurement/Specifications skills Garment construction (Industrial) and sewing skills a plus Good flat sketching ability Fit Analysis/Problem solving skills Effective written and oral communication skills Computer skills: Word, Excel, Adobe Illustrator a plus

REQUIRED PRE-EMPLOYMENT/SKILLS TESTING

Drug Test/Criminal Background Screen Assess