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The Jacobs Institute for Design Innovation in the College of Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, is seeking qualified temporary instructors to teach undergraduate courses, graduate courses, and/or special topics workshops should an opening arise in the Fall and Spring semesters, or for the Summer term. Applicants should accurately list their specializations so they can be properly evaluated as course needs arise; the existence of this pool does not guarantee that a position is available.

Lecturers supervise student design projects, give lectures, prepare assignments and project topics & deliverables, hold regular office hours, prepare exams or hold reviews, give design advice, and submit final grades.

In addition to lecturers, we also seek Teacher Special Programs (TSP) instructors, should an opening arise. The TSP's principal responsibilities can range from teaching a short course, providing a lecturer with industry expertise, participating in design critiques during a course, teaching at Jacobs Institute boot camps or workshops, or contributing to major curriculum development.

About the Jacobs Institute: Made possible by a $20-million commitment from the Paul and Stacy Jacobs Foundation, the Jacobs Institute for Design Innovation is UC Berkeley's interdisciplinary hub for learning and making at the intersection of design and technology. We see design and emerging technologies as integrally linked: technology opens possibilities and extends the reach of design, while design links new technologies with human experiences and ensures that innovation truly benefits people and communities. Bringing together technical depth, design methodology, and a focus on societal impact, we aim to educate students who understand both the under-the-hood details that make something work and the big-picture context that makes something matter. We accomplish these goals through a suite of offerings that include curricular, co-curricular and public programs.

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Design Manager – Apparel (Full-Time, Onsite)

Location: Onsite, M–F (9–5)

About the Role

We’re looking for a Design Manager to streamline and elevate our client's product development workflow—someone who thrives at the intersection of creativity, operations, and team leadership. In this role, you'll manage a blended team of internal and contract designers, guide projects from concept through production, and ensure designs meet quality, brand, and timeline expectations.

This is an opportunity to make an immediate impact by improving processes, strengthening creative output, and supporting a fast-moving apparel team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, mentor, and manage internal designers and a large network of contract designers.
• Own and oversee the full design workflow—from concepting through supplier-ready deliverables.
• Prioritize and manage multiple design projects and timelines simultaneously.
• Develop and maintain design standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Partner closely with the Creative Director, Product Managers, and cross-functional teams.
• Review and approve design work to ensure quality, alignment, and consistency across categories.
• Identify process gaps and propose solutions to streamline design-to-production handoffs.
• Stay current on design trends, tools, techniques, and industry innovations.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Merchandising, Management, or related field.
• Strong portfolio showcasing strategic, creative design work.
• Experience leading or managing designers and/or design projects.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and common workflow tools (Excel, Google Sheets).
• Experience with PLM systems (Apparel Magic is a plus).
• Strong understanding of foundational design principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in apparel, retail, or other product-driven environments.
• Understanding of brand licensing processes (major brands, colleges, sports organizations).
• Experience with domestic and overseas suppliers.
• Knowledge of apparel construction, decoration techniques, and accessory design.
• Exposure to product packaging development.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team development abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Highly organized with strong project management skills.
• Creative problem-solving and strategic thinking.
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Quick, intuitive learner with strong conceptual thinking.

Job Title– Electrical Engineer (DRE)

Location: Novi, Michigan, USA

Job-Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

The Electrical Distribution System (EDS) Components Design Responsible Engineer (DRE) is responsible for the design, development, validation, and release of electrical distribution system components for Scout Motors’ all-electric pickup trucks and SUVs. The role involves managing component design from concept through production launch, collaborating with internal teams and suppliers, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Component Design and Development

• Design and develop all EDS components including:
• Shields
• Troughs
• Grommets
• Connectors and terminals
• Power distribution components
• Manage the full product lifecycle from concept design (clean-sheet development) through virtual development, testing, validation, and manufacturing launch.

2. Technical Specification & Sourcing Support

• Collaborate with Purchasing and Finance teams to develop detailed technical specifications.
• Support the quotation and sourcing process for EDS components.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure components meet cost, timing, and quality targets.

3. Standards and Component Library Development

• Develop and maintain a standardized library of core EDS components aligned with global Volkswagen Group standards.
• Ensure components can be effectively integrated into vehicle wiring harness and power distribution systems.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with VW Group module owners, internal engineering teams, and external suppliers to define and release EDS components.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance engineering culture within the team.

5. Verification and Validation

• Conduct virtual simulations and physical testing for component verification.
• Participate in field testing and product validation activities to confirm performance and reliability.

6. Compliance and Safety

• Ensure all designs meet automotive safety standards and U.S. government regulatory requirements.
• Apply Six Sigma methodologies to improve product quality and solve engineering problems.

7. Manufacturing and Production Support

• Contribute to the design and development of production facilities for Scout electric vehicles.
• Support the transition of components from development to mass production launch.

8. Continuous Improvement

• Monitor consumer experience and feedback to identify potential system improvements.
• Proactively recommend enhancements to EDS systems and components.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Or a related engineering field.

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in:
• Electrical wire harness design
• Power distribution components design and release
• Automotive product development processes including design, testing, and production launch.

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in:
• Wire harness component design
• Power distribution systems
• Six Sigma problem-solving methodology
• Familiarity with Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools or relevant simulation technologies.

Title: ASIC/RTL Design Engineer - Senior (US)

Location: San Jose, CA - Onsite

Duration: 12 Months (Possible to extension)

Type: On W2 Contract (𝗡𝗼 𝗖𝟮𝗖 / 𝟭𝟬𝟵𝟵).

Job Description:

Top Must Have Skills:

- Experience in Designing RTL block for an SOC.

- Must have proven track record of ASIC design on several production tape-outs.

- Experience with Lint, CDC, RDC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write micro-architecture documentation and own major portions of the design and implementation of blocks to meet functional, timing, area, and power requirements.

• Collaborate with architecture and hardware teams to understand the requirements.

• Work with verification and physical design teams to achieve high quality design and successful tape out.

• Design and implement logic functions that enable efficient test and debug.

• Participate in silicon bring-up for features owned.

Required:

• 5-6+ years' experience required

• Must have proven track record of ASIC design on several production tape-outs.

• Experience in Designing RTL block for an SOC.

• Experience in integrating ASIC IP into an SOC.

• Experience with synthesis, static timing analysis & optimizations.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience writing timing constraints and exceptions.

• Experience with automation using scripting techniques such as PERL, Python or Tcl

• Experience in Power-saving techniques.

• Experience with Arm architecture and APB, AXI, CHI protocols.

• Experience with design involving Interconnects.

Education: Bachelor's degree required

Job Title: EDS Component Design Engineer

Location: Novi, MI

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced EDS Component Design Engineer to lead the design and development of electrical distribution system (EDS) components for next-generation electric pickup trucks and rugged SUVs. The role will involve full lifecycle responsibility from concept design through validation, testing, and manufacturing launch.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in wire harness components and power distribution systems, working closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, purchasing, finance, and suppliers to deliver high-quality automotive components.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop EDS components including shields, troughs, grommets, connectors, terminals, and power distribution components.
• Support development from concept (clean sheet design) through virtual validation, testing, sign-off, and manufacturing launch.
• Collaborate with purchasing and finance teams to create technical specifications for sourcing and supplier quoting.
• Develop and maintain a standard library of core EDS components aligned with global automotive standards.
• Work closely with VW Group module owners and suppliers to define and release wiring and power distribution components.
• Perform virtual and physical verification testing, including field testing.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and U.S. regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to production facility design for electric trucks and SUVs.
• Manage supplier deliverables to meet cost, quality, and program timing targets.
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance and consumer experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive wire harness or power distribution component design.
• Strong expertise in EDS component design and release processes.
• Experience working across complete product development lifecycle (design, testing, launch).
• Knowledge of Six Sigma engineering methods for design and problem solving.
• Familiarity with CAE tools or computer-aided engineering environments.
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and suppliers.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in electric vehicle platforms or advanced automotive programs.
• Knowledge of automotive electrical architecture and power distribution systems.
• Ability to work in fast-paced product development environments.

Title: Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Exteriors

Location: Fremont, CA

What to Expect

As a Mechanical Design Engineer of the Exterior Engineering Team, you will be responsible to design, prototype, validate, release, and launch components for current and future vehicle programs.

Exteriors covers a diverse family of components including Front & Rear Fascia Assemblies, Underbody, Underhood and other trim components.

You will be part of the team working on complex exterior vehicle systems in terms of styling, function, and quality. You will utilize your expertise in one or more of these commodities and develop as a vehicle engineer, designing and delivering components and exterior systems.

You will collaborate and work cross functionally with many other Vehicle Engineering teams to develop parts and assemblies from the concept phase to launching.

You will be part of Tesla’s Vehicle Engineering organization reporting to the Manager of Exterior Engineering Team.

What You’ll Do:

• Concept engineering and feasibility
• Packaging and layout within vehicle architecture
• Design to deliver customer-driven exterior system targets for craftsmanship, function, cost, and weight
• Participate in the iterative process with the Tesla design/styling studio to deliver the optimal balance of form vs. function vs. cost
• Detail design including surface development, structures, datum strategy, attachments, GD&T
• Utilize DFSS methodologies as appropriate during the design, validation and launch of the program
• Interpret CAE simulation results and integrate recommendations into product design
• Collaborate with key suppliers for DFM, MoldFlow and tooling design approvals supporting injection trials for part appearance and functional validation
• Work with plastics engineering to improve designs for optimum layout of plastic assembling and paint lines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the Tesla Vehicle Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Procurement groups to ensure system manufacturing, assembly feasibility and serviceability

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Catia V5/V6 experience is preferred. Experience and proven expertise using other CAD software are acceptable
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals
• Basic knowledge of large plastic part design, plastic painting, injection molding and processing
• Evidence of following the design process from initial concept stages through tooling release and production launch
• Experience managing suppliers for product development
• Exposure to a mix of design challenges for variety of materials and processes such as stamping, injection molding, casting, composites
• Understanding the fundamental differences in design and engineering between low and high-volume production, as well as entry and premium vehicle requirements
• Experience with DFSS methodologies during the design, validation and launch of automotive programs
• Familiarity with the development of specifications, DFMEAs, DVP&R’s and other technical documents

We are seekinga Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear to join the Orvis Team! Strongest preference is for someone in our Sunderland, VT office regularly. For candidates not local to Sunderland, expectation is one week/month in Sunderland.

As a Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear, you play a pivotal role in leading the design and development of our most innovative and technologically advanced fly fishing and hunting hard goods — work grounded by deep, first-hand angling experience, field knowledge, and real-world testing, not just concept or CAD. You are responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch, focusing on innovation, quality, and market trends within the fishing tackle and hunting industry. This role combines technical expertise in materials and engineering with creative direction and team management. You will be a key leader on the Product Team, comprised of 2 direct reports as well as the lead designer of all reels, waders, and wading boots. You will partner with our Product Leadership Team to create clear roles and responsibilities, define our new processes, and identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency. As a leader of multiple team members, you will inspire, guide, teach and elevate your team – owning their professional development and career paths.

Position Interfaces:

This position reports to our Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and interfacing with multiple areas including merchandising, inventory management, marketing, finance, sourcing, wholesale, retail operations, manufacturing and ownership of the company. It is a director role that involves supervision of the Fish/Hunt Hard Goods product design, development/sourcing team. This is an exempt/ salary position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a customer-obsessed Fish and Hunt Hard Goods Product Design & Development/Sourcing Team
• Lead a culture of partnership, communication, and collaboration across the organization
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic plan for new product design and development that aligns to deliver the Assortment Strategy, thus ensuring alignment with market and customer needs as well as company and financials goals, specifically target retail, AUC and IMU across all Fish/Hunt Hard Goods products.
• Design Inspiration – Lead the Hardgoods / Innovation Design Kickoff, the Design “blank canvas” to push the Orvis brand forward and ensure that we are leaders in innovation.
• Design Partnership – Partner and collaborate with Soft Goods Designer on seasonal
• Design Kick Off, DDR and Line Adoption Meetings to ensure a One Orvis Design POV
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee all phases of product design and development for Fish & Hunt Hard Goods, from initial concepting and prototyping to field testing and manufacturing to on time product launch. Ensure that the Hardgoods PDD and Sourcing team is prepared on time for all milestones and inspire cross functional partners across all Hardgoods to prepare milestones and ensure they happen on time.
• Deliver the Line: Ensure that the products agreed upon through the Design Kickoff and Assortment Strategy deliver on time and are discussed at DDR 1, 2 and Final Line Adoption. Aim for 90% of products aligned upon launch on time.
• People Management - Coach the team by providing consistent and candid feedback to ensure great partnership and collaboration with cross functional partners. Guide team to have effective communication and influence decision making. Hold the team accountable for milestone preparation and on-time delivery of product.Inspire the team to make decisions in milestones to reduce swirl and to keep all key partners up to date.
• People Development – Develop and empower direct reports by coaching and mentoring to build skills and support individual career development
• Mentorship: Provide mentorship to associates within the organization.
• Market and Trend Analysis: Utilize expert knowledge of fishing and hunting techniques, gear preferences, and market trends to identify new opportunities and guide/influence product design decisions and to deliver an industry-leading Design Kickoff.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams including leadership, marketing, sales, and customer service to ensure a cohesive user experience and effective product positioning, most importantly at key milestones.
• Vendor Management: Partner closely with our vendors to negotiate product pricing, ensuring financial goals are met – ensure vendors are clear on product design requirements within the cost parameters set to meet retail and IMU targets
• Budget Management – Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to ensure accurate operating expense budget forecasting and adherence to budgeted monthly/annual cost spend
• Calendar Management - Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to refine, enforce and adhere to seasonal development calendar dates and milestone meetings
• Quality Control: Responsible for the overall quality of the final product as measured by return rates and/or product recalls.
• Steward of the brand – Partner with Marketing and Brand Amplification team to align regular travel to regional training events, sales meetings, key wholesale accounts and industry trade shows. Knowledgeable of product performance, durability, and regulatory standards and maintain a continuous pulse on industry trends and competitors.
• Proactively recommend and/or execute new processes, procedures, SOPs to provide clarity and simplification for the Product Team
• Support the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and Chief Product & Creative Officer with projects and initiatives that benefit the entire organization
• Manage internal testing of all products in a way that is consistent with our brand standards
• Accountable for our field-testing program to ensure 90-day field testing is complete prior to SMS sample ordering PO placement
• Accountable for on-time delivery of photography, tradeshow, marketing and SMS rep samples
• Partner closely with Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to influence our manufacturing and vendor placement for Fish/Hunt Hard Goods Orvis branded products.
• Create relationships across our all-product categories to ensure we deliver a One Orvis experience for our customers.
• As a Director, think beyond your function.Proactively anticipate and solve problems that are One Orvis challenges. Give leverage to the leaders around you by taking on projects or solving problems that go beyond your function, therefore giving time back to those around you.

Competencies and Requirements:

• Education: A strong background in mechanical engineering or industrial design
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of fishing rod, reel, wader, boot, packs, bags, apparel materials, design tools, and manufacturing processes.
• Leadership: Proven leadership skills to guide teams, inspire innovation, and manage complex projects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and partner in problem solving.
• Problem-Solving: Strong capacity for creative problem-solving and finding innovative solutions for design and production challenges.
• Real-world Experience: Practical, real-world fishing experience and an understanding of angler needs
• 10+ years of Product Design & Development experience with a proven track record of helping to create a positive, supportive and inspiring work environment
• 5+ years of experience managing a team with a proven track record of excellent leadership, collaboration, and coaching skills.Ability to inspire, support, coach, teach and direct team – and the ability to know which is needed in each situation. Empathetic, supportive, and direct leadership style.
• Highly proficient in cost estimating with baseline inputs, understand relationship between like for like style, COO, duties and freight
• Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Management of the team for on schedule design and development of best-in-class Orvis branded products
• Efficiency: reduced spin and reduced need for communication outside of milestones by maintaining process and calendar discipline
• Quality as measured by returns and recalls, as well as feedback from customers, sales personnel in retail and wholesale, and the endorsed guide network
• Margin rate, cost of goods and sourcing strategies for Orvis branded products
• Increase in sales and gross margin dollars

About Orvis:

In 1856, Charles Orvis founded the Orvis Company in Manchester, Vermont, offering the finest fly fishing equipment, and priding himself on customer satisfaction and service. Today, along with our world famous fly-fishing gear, Orvis offers distinctive clothing, home furnishings, gifts, and dog products. Each item is rooted in our heritage of authenticity and the outdoors, and is backed with a no-questions-asked guarantee. With our flagship retail store located in the same Vermont village as the original store since 1856, we offer experience and knowledge that no other retail company can. Each day we strive to apply what we know and learn to bring our customers even better service and products tomorrow.

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FRAME is a modern fashion brand celebrated for its refined, effortless aesthetic. Since its founding in 2012, FRAME has become synonymous with contemporary luxury rooted in quality craftsmanship and cultural relevance.

Bridging California ease and Paris sophistication, FRAME draws inspiration from art and design, creating collections with a timeless yet modern sensibility.

Beyond fashion, the world of FRAME continues to expand through meaningful collaborations with cultural institutions from hotels to auction houses.

Today, FRAME is recognized globally for its ready-to-wear, denim, and accessories, with more than 20 stores across North America, Europe, and Asia, and distribution through leading department stores and boutiques worldwide.

The Technical Design Manager, RTW will lead the technical design process across Ready-to-Wear categories, ensuring the highest standards of fit, construction, and garment quality throughout development and production. This role is responsible for managing the Technical Design team while also maintaining hands-on involvement in the development process, particularly within Cut & Sew, and supporting additional categories as needed.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced in managing multiple seasons of development simultaneously. This individual will partner closely with Design, Product Development, and Production teams to translate creative concepts into well-executed garments that meet brand standards, fit expectations, and production timelines.

This role plays a critical part in maintaining consistency, efficiency, and technical excellence across the product lifecycle while helping to refine processes and support the continued growth of the technical design function.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Technical Design team for RTW
• Independently manage technical design workload for Cut & Sew and support team on other categories as needed.
• Lead and manage fittings to ensure alignment with design vision and garment functionality.
• Manage Proto, SMS and bulk tech packs/ fittings flowing to vendors for multiple seasons at a time.
• Deliver complete, accurate, and timely fit comments via tech packs, including necessary points of measure, annotated sketches, and digital images.
• Ensure consistent and proper fit throughout development by providing vendors with image-driven fit corrections, referencing vendor patterns, and applying best practices for pattern shape and balance.
• Organize and delegate seasonal storage and maintenance of all fit samples.
• Spec and evaluate samples prior to fittings. Delegating and collaborating with the team as necessary.
• Manage timelines to support seasonal development calendars and on-time deliveries
• Implement and refine technical design processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Analyze recurring fit or production issues and implement long-term solutions
• Additional responsibilities as necessary.

Technical Skills & Abilities

• Strong proficiency in identifying and communicating precise fit corrections.
• In-depth knowledge of garment construction standards and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to troubleshooting.
• Effective and collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills; able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adhere to established processes while identifying and suggesting process improvements.
• Strong understanding of fitting priorities and managing work flow.
• Bluecherry experience is a plus.

Education & Experience

• 5–10+ years of technical design experience in contemporary or premium apparel
• Strong expertise in garment construction, grading, patternmaking, and fit evaluation
• Experience managing multiple categories

Company Description

Rare Editions, a brand under Star Children’s Dress Company, has been creating stylish and affordable dresses for girls since 1936. Based in New York City, the company operates its showroom on the 18th floor of 1250 Broadway. Our team of designers, merchandisers, and sales staff collaborate to launch fresh seasonal collections that attract major department stores globally. While Rare Editions is our flagship brand, we also represent other labels like Rare Too, Chantilly Place, Counting Daisies, Emily Rose, Tween Diva, and Dear Moon.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Fashion Design Intern role is located in New York, NY. As a Fashion Design Intern, you will assist in creating innovative designs, contribute to seasonal collections, and assist in sample production and styling. Your day-to-day tasks will include working closely with the design team on sketching, developing textiles and patterns, and supporting the team with sewing and assembling prototypes. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage with the broader product lifecycle, including presentations and collaboration across teams. This is a paid role at $17/hr.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Fashion Design and Fashion Styling for creating and enhancing clothing designs.
• Graphic Design skills to assist in developing visual presentations and design concepts.
• Knowledge and experience in Textiles and Sewing to contribute to garment construction and material selection.
• Enthusiasm for trends and creativity in the fashion industry.
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Pursuing a degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field is a plus.

Position: Technical Design Intern

Location: Apex, NC (On-site)

Department: Design

Reports to: Technical Design Manager

Mary Square is looking for a detail-oriented Technical Design Intern to join our rapidly growing team. The ideal candidate would describe themselves as a team player that is organized, efficient and passionate about technical design. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their design career who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to creating beautiful apparel collections. The Technical Design Intern supports the technical design team in ensuring garments meet Mary Square’s fit, construction, and quality standards. This role will assist with measuring samples, preparing tech packs, organizing fit sessions, and maintaining technical documentation throughout the product development process.

This is a hands-on learning opportunity for someone interested in the technical side of apparel development, providing exposure to fit sessions, garment construction, and factory communication from concept through production.

• Assist the technical design team in preparing and updating technical specification (tech) packs.
• Support measuring samples and prototypes and help record measurements for fittings.
• Assist in preparing garments and documentation for fit sessions.
• Take notes during fittings and help update tech packs with fit comments and revisions.
• Help update "How to Measure" diagrams and construction details.
• Support organization and tracking of samples and development stages.
• Assist with maintaining spec sheets, measurement charts, and grading information.
• Work closely with the design and product development teams to ensure technical updates are documented accurately.
• Maintain organized digital and physical technical files for seasonal development.
• Support cross-functional communication with design, sourcing, and product development teams.

• Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, Technical Design, or a related field.
• Coursework or experience in patternmaking, garment construction, or sewing.
• Basic understanding of garment fit, construction, and measurement techniques.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• A passion for apparel product development and technical design.

At Mary Square, we believe in the power of community, creativity, and celebration of life’s beautiful moments. Our lifestyle brand is committed to uplifting others through thoughtful products that inspire joy and confidence. We are a company that values faith, family, fun, and making a lasting impact on the lives of women everywhere.