Technical Designer Women's Apparel

Who We Are

Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We’re #2. Since 2009, we’ve been on a mission to bring sustainable fashion to everyone. Named one of Fast Company’s Brands That Matter and winning a Best Carbon Footprint award, we have big goals like being Climate Positive by 2025, Circular by 2030, and pushing the industry forward along the way. Our work has gotten love in Drapers, Sourcing Journal, and TIME wrote about how great our CEO, Hali Borenstein, is.

Basically, we’re saving the Earth and looking damn good doing it. We are a global brand with 50+ stores worldwide and our own sustainable factory in LA. We innovate across categories like accessories, swimwear, and sleepwear, and we reach millions of people with campaigns. None of this work is possible without the incredible people behind it. We’re a mission‑based company that invests in an inclusive culture, so we can innovate together and ensure everyone has the space to grow, thrive, and belong.

And starting right now, we want to do all that with you.

M-F Full‑time On‑site in Vernon, Los Angeles

Technical Designer (Denim & Women's RTW)

Reformation is looking for an awesome Technical Designer who will help link the design department and production to ensure that all designs translate to amazing garments. The role reports directly to the Technical Design Manager of Denim and includes supporting the fit process from design to release, generating clear detailed fit comments, setting up tech packs and POMs and preparing garments for fitting.

You will be working closely with our design, product development, and production departments.

We are looking for a full‑time, super‑efficient, hard‑working, seasoned Technical Designer who will make sure our women's denim looks and fits great and are made at the highest level of quality standards.

• Work closely with the Technical Design Manager, design and product development to ensure that designs are translated correctly, keeping size and fit consistent.
• Conduct fit sessions for styles assigned to you, while working with the TD manager on outcome.
• Analyze garments and patterns to determine compliance of spec, construction, and fit intent.
• Create technical fit comments, advise detailed corrections, and clearly communicate the status and direction of each style to vendors.
• Create and set up Tech Packs for new styles, creating guideline specs and construction details.
• Review Gade rules to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain professional timely and clear email correspondence with vendors.
• Provide support to TD Manager with workflow assignments.
• Maintain WIP report and sample tracking.
• Develop collaborative relationships with design and cross‑functional teams.
• Problem solve and work with Manager and vendors to ensure garments are production friendly.
• Bring urgent issues to Manager’s and team’s attention while contributing ideas and solutions.

• Degree in Apparel design & manufacturing.
• 6+ years experience in technical design of women’s apparel and denim experience.
• Extreme attention to detail and accuracy, as well as ability to prioritize.
• Superior organizational and communication skills; highly detailed and meticulous.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Extremely honest and trustworthy with highest integrity.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of contemporary dress garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim; familiarity with print design and manufacturing.
• Experience working with overseas factories.
• CLO experience is a plus.
• PLM experience is a plus.

• Enthusiastic about Technical Design and wants to excel into a better quality apparel collection.
• Desire to grow and continue a career in full package for an established and high growth company.

At Reformation, we believe in transparency and equity when it comes to compensation. For this role, the anticipated base salary range is $80,000 - 90,000 + 5% bonus eligibility, depending on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal compensation equity. This role may…