Technical Developer

Our client, an iconic outdoor and activity-based lifestyle brand, is looking for a professional and dependable temporary technical developer to join their Denver, CO team!

Responsibilities:
- Manage technical development of assigned new styles from design concept to production, while ensuring the fit and construction/BOM meets or exceeds expectations of quality and cost.
- Create and maintain documentation of style information, BOMs and product specifications and follow best practices around process with oversight by manager.
- Plan and track the development schedule of prototypes, fittings, and comments while effectively managing deadlines and deliverables with support from manager.
- Lead fit sessions with support and coaching from Senior TD and Manager to further develop fit skills on form and on model.
- Utilize relevant software to evaluate patterns, practice fit issue identification skills and make pattern corrections with manager oversight. Train and work in 3D software to edit blocks in accordance to Block Usage Guidelines and/or leverage vendor created 3D assets for development to shorten prototype approvals and iterations.
- Engage with cross functional partners (Design, PM, Costing, Standards, Sourcing, etc.) to develop meaningful individual working relationships to execute deliverables.
- Partner with Product Managers/Design to understand the fit intent and aesthetic of styles to translate this to 3D/Physical Proto Samples, while recommending appropriate construction and advise on proper fit to elevate and align product.
- Collaborate with the Standards Team to ensure all products within assigned category are aligned to TNF fit standards, guidelines and block usage targets.
- Provide solutions related to cost engineering and adhering to the target margins with support from costing.
- Starts and leads special projects, process or calendar optimization with minimal supervision
- Execute specific tasks within the scope of special projects as delegated and informs possible future projects by sharing experiences and insights.
- Some travel overseas to manufacturers may be required
- Mentor and coach Associate level on an intermittent basis, where able. Expected to actively seek support and guidance from manager and Senior TDs.


Requirements:
- 5-8+ years related experience.
- Bachelor’s Degree in apparel fashion, product development, manufacturing or comparable job experience.
- Experience in working and collaborating with and traveling independently to offshore vendors
- Experience with 3D design programs (Browzwear: V Stitcher, Clo3D, Optitex) a plus. Will have access to further on-the-job training for Browzwear
- Experience in Pattern CAD software such as Gerber, Optitex, V-stitcher
- Experience with PLM/PDM systems
- Ability to make and suggest pattern fit corrections and on body fit corrections with a desire to continually develop and refine
- Proficiency in Bill of Materials, Garment Specs, Tech Packs
- Working proficiency in Windows applications and Adobe Creative Suite

Please submit a resume for immediate consideration.