Huckberry · 1 week ago
Technical Design Associate
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expHuckberry is looking for a Technical Design Associate to lead fit development from first sketch to final production. This role involves partnering with Design and Production to ensure quality and performance standards are met, while managing vendor communications and fit execution.
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Responsibilities
Own fit development for assigned categories and styles, ensuring alignment with Huckberry standards for fit, construction, quality, specs, and grading
Partner cross-functionally with Design and Product Development to execute fit and style intent
Manage all day-to-day vendor communication for assigned categories, including sample tracking, fit, specs, construction, grading, pattern questions, garment changes, and delivery of complete Technical Packages
Attend all weekly fittings and own fitting assigned categories on model
Measure assigned category fit samples and record specs in Centric for development samples, wear tests, internal QC, competitor samples etc
Own fit comments, specs, and technical package updates in Centric; support pattern adjustments and minor construction/CAD updates following fittings
Manage all sample logistics, including receiving, shipping, tracking packages, and maintaining vendor package forms
Support maintaining seasonal sample organization
Support ongoing Technical Design projects in partnership with the Senior Technical Designer
Qualification
Required
3+ years of Technical Design experience within apparel or product
Strong technical foundation in: Garment construction, Pattern development and corrections, Measuring and evaluating fit samples, Fit execution and garment quality standards
Demonstrated ability to lead fittings and communicate technical feedback clearly and effectively
Highly organized, detail-driven, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working cross-functionally with Design, PD, Production, and vendors
Proficient in: Adobe Illustrator, PLM systems, Pattern Software (CLO/Optitex), Airtable, Slack, Gmail, Google Docs & Google Sheets
Preferred
3D experience a plus (CLO)
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401(k) and employer match
Annual Huckberry shopping credits
Paid Sabbatical leave at 4 years
Summer Fridays
Weekly catered lunch
Monthly happy hours
Mental health resources
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
Volunteer Time Off
Generous employee discount
WFH flexibility
Annual offsites
Company
Huckberry
Huckberry is an independent online retailer for guys who love adventure.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$6.25M2019-07-25Series Unknown· $6.25M
Leadership Team
Cullen Wiginton
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-04-08
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