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Straight Down · 15 hours ago

Technical Designer

San Luis Obispo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Straight Down is seeking an experienced Technical Designer for a full-time, on-site role at their San Luis Obispo headquarters, supporting the development of premium golf and lifestyle apparel. The Technical Designer is responsible for ensuring the fit, construction, quality, and technical accuracy of apparel from development through pre-production.

E-CommerceFashionGolfLifestyle

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed technical packages, including specifications, construction details, grading, and tolerances

Lead and manage fit sessions for men’s and women's apparel, providing clear, actionable feedback

Ensure consistent fit, quality, and construction across styles and size ranges

Review garment construction, materials, and workmanship to meet quality standards

Troubleshoot fit and construction issues while maintaining design intent

Approve garments from first fit through pre-production

Manage and track the pre-production calendar to ensure timely sample reviews and approvals

Review and approve samples through all pre-production stages

Partner with Production to support smooth transitions from development to manufacturing

Maintain accurate technical documentation throughout the development lifecycle

Partner closely with Design, Production, and overseas vendors

Communicate clear technical requirements and revisions

Support cross-functional alignment to meet development timelines and quality expectations

Track revisions, approvals, and comments within PLM

Maintain accurate and consistent technical data across styles and seasons

Qualification

Technical design experienceGarment construction knowledgeFitGrading expertisePLM systems experienceAdobe Illustrator proficiencyExcel proficiencyAccountabilityCommunication skillsAttention to detailCollaborative work ability