SKIMS

Direct-to-consumer shapewear, underwear, loungewear

Assistant Technical Designer

Industrial DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeLos Angeles, CA, USA$26 - $30 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

One to two years of technical design, product development, or apparel production experience; relevant internships will also be considered.
Foundational understanding of garment construction, patternmaking, fit, measurements, and grading.
Experience measuring garments and working with technical specifications.
Familiarity with technical packages and product development processes.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Excel.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to receive feedback, ask questions, and learn quickly.
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions.

Responsibilities

Support the Technical Design team throughout the development and production lifecycle, from initial prototype through final production approval.
Assist in creating, updating, and maintaining technical packages, including measurements, construction details, specifications, and fit comments.
Review samples against technical specifications and identify inconsistencies in measurements, construction, and workmanship.
Measure garments accurately and maintain measurement specifications throughout development.
Support the creation and maintenance of grade rules and size specifications.
Help ensure product consistency across styles, categories, and size ranges.
Prepare garments, technical documentation, and measurement information for fit sessions.
Attend fittings and capture fit comments, construction changes, and required sample revisions.
Assist Technical Designers in communicating actionable fit comments to vendors and factories.
Maintain organized fit records and track changes across sample iterations.
Help ensure fit approvals and deadlines remain aligned with the product development calendar.
Maintain accurate and current technical information within PLM and other internal systems.
Support updates to tech packs, construction details, sketches, measurements, and fit comments.
Review factory submissions and ensure requested changes have been accurately executed.
Maintain organized records of samples, approvals, fit history, and technical documentation.
Partner with Design, Product Development, Production, Merchandising, and Technical Design teams to support product execution.
Communicate with domestic and international vendors regarding samples, measurements, fit comments, and technical updates.
Identify potential fit or construction issues early and escalate concerns appropriately.
Support multiple styles and development timelines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with PLM systems.

SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody.

At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers.

As we continue to scale globally, our HQ teams play a critical role in shaping strategy, building world-class infrastructure, and driving sustainable growth across markets.

About the Role

SKIMS is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented Assistant Technical Designer to support the Technical Design team throughout the product development and production process.

This role will assist in ensuring that products meet SKIMS’ standards for fit, construction, quality, consistency, and performance. Working closely with Technical Design, Design, Product Development, Production, and external vendors, the Assistant Technical Designer will support fittings, technical documentation, sample tracking, and day-to-day communication throughout the product lifecycle.

This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career technical designer who is eager to build their expertise within a fast-paced, innovative, and rapidly growing global brand.

Technical Design & Product Development

Support the Technical Design team throughout the development and production lifecycle, from initial prototype through final production approval.
Assist in creating, updating, and maintaining technical packages, including measurements, construction details, specifications, and fit comments.
Review samples against technical specifications and identify inconsistencies in measurements, construction, and workmanship.
Assist with measuring garments accurately and maintaining measurement specifications throughout development.
Support the creation and maintenance of grade rules and size specifications.
Help ensure product consistency across styles, categories, and size ranges.

Fit Sessions

Prepare garments, technical documentation, and measurement information for fit sessions.
Attend fittings and accurately capture fit comments, construction changes, and required sample revisions.
Assist Technical Designers in communicating clear and actionable fit comments to vendors and factories.
Maintain organized fit records and track changes across sample iterations.
Help ensure fit approvals and deadlines remain aligned with the product development calendar.

Technical Documentation

Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical information within PLM and other internal systems.
Support updates to tech packs, construction details, sketches, measurements, and fit comments.
Assist with reviewing factory submissions and ensuring requested changes have been accurately executed.
Maintain organized records of samples, approvals, fit history, and technical documentation.

Cross-Functional Partnership

Partner closely with Design, Product Development, Production, Merchandising, and Technical Design teams to support the successful execution of product.
Communicate with domestic and international vendors regarding samples, measurements, fit comments, and technical updates.
Help identify potential fit or construction issues early and escalate concerns appropriately.
Support multiple styles and development timelines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Product Development, Apparel Production, or a related field preferred.
1–2 years of technical design, product development, or apparel production experience; relevant internships will also be considered
Foundational understanding of garment construction, patternmaking, fit, measurements, and grading
Experience measuring garments and working with technical specifications
Familiarity with technical packages and product development processes
Experience with PLM systems is preferred
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable receiving feedback, asking questions, and learning quickly
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and functions.

About the Company

SKIMS

Direct-to-consumer shapewear, underwear, loungewear

SKIMS designs and makes underwear, shapewear, and loungewear aimed at a wide range of body types. Its products include bras, underwear, bodysuits, leggings, and loungewear sets, with emphasis on comfort and natural shaping. The company sells directly to consumers through skims.com, controlling brand experience and profit margins. The product line uses stretchable fabrics and technically constructed shapewear to provide support and shaping while remaining comfortable. SKIMS differentiates itself from competitors through inclusive sizing, body-positive branding, and a direct-to-consumer model that enables straightforward shopping and bundles that increase order value. The company’s goal is to set new standards in comfort-focused undergarments and apparel for diverse bodies and to expand its leadership in the shapewear and loungewear market.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Late Stage VC
Total funding: $894M
Headquarters: Los Angeles, CA
Founded: 2018

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