Royal Robbins · 1 day ago
Associate Technical Designer
Berkeley, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yr
2+ years expRoyal Robbins is an outdoor apparel brand inspired by the spirit of climbing pioneers Royal and Liz Robbins. As an Associate Technical Designer, you will play a key role in transforming creative concepts into production-ready garments, collaborating with Design, Product Development, and global factory partners to ensure quality and fit.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionLeisureLifestyleTravel
Responsibilities
Support the Technical Design Manager in executing design and fit intent while maintaining construction standards, brand integrity, and margin objectives
Prepare garments for fit sessions by measuring samples, documenting findings, and reviewing comments
Participate in fit sessions and collaborate on solutions that improve fit, function, and manufacturability
Track and monitor seasonal fits using established tracking tools
Manage carry-over product technical packages seasonally, ensuring specifications, measurements, and construction details remain accurate and up to date in PLM
Ensure all tech pack documentation is complete, accurate, and production ready
Effectively communicate updates and resolve questions with factories and cross-functional partners
Update and maintain the seasonal 3D sample library in CLO3D to support early-stage prototyping and development
Attend weekly WIP meetings to help maintain production timelines and seasonal deadlines
Organize and maintain fit samples, records, libraries, and tools within the Technical Design workspace
Schedule and coordinate with fit models
Participate in team, departmental, and company meetings as needed
Qualification
Required
Education in a relevant field such as Pattern Making, Fashion Design, or Textiles
2+ years of technical design experience in the apparel industry
Hands-on experience working in PLM systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Working knowledge of CLO3D or similar 3D apparel design software
Foundational understanding of patternmaking, garment fit, construction, and engineering across key apparel categories
Fabric, trim, and construction knowledge with the ability to apply it to fit and functionality
Clear, accurate written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate across cultures and time zones
A collaborative, solution-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
Comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Adaptability and willingness to evolve with business needs
Preferred
Experience in the outdoor or lifestyle apparel industry
Passion for the outdoors, adventure, and sustainable product design
Benefits
401(k) with employer match
Paid Time Off
Medical, dental, vision, critical illness, and accident insurance
Product discounts and access to our outdoor events
Industry discounts and more…
Company
Royal Robbins
Royal Robbins is an apparel & fashion company offering travel and outdoor apparel for climbing.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
Research and Markets
2025-08-21
EIN Presswire
2025-06-12
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