Associate Technical Designer Knit

Simkhai is seeking an Associate Knitwear Technical Designer to work on the full lifecycle of knitwear development—from tech pack creation to vendor communication and fit approvals.

• Compile knitwear tech packs in full for construction, yarn and trim information, and specs
• Own communication via email with vendor on tech pack and fit issues
• Present to designer options for changes or revisions when needed
• Participate in fittings from development through production on live fit model
• Partner with cross functional teams on correct representation of samples on images
• Maintain fit standards and study bestselling bodies in brand history
• Ensure fit and grading consistency is applied across styles
• Prioritize and communicate when work overlaps between seasons.
• Work closely with product development and production team to stay on calendar
• Compose fit comments from Development to Proto, to PPS, and TOP comments via Excel tech pack specs, and create comments in Illustrator
• Update WIP reports with tech pack release and fit approval status continuously.
• Fill in e-commerce chart when needed- style description/ measurements/ trims.
• Ship and receive packages of fit samples to vendors consistently.
• Maintain organizations archives of sample library

• Must have 3-5 years’ experience in fully fashioned knitwear
• Must have undergraduate degree in a Fashion related field from accredited university
• Must have demonstrated understanding of fit, yarns, trims, grading, and placements and layouts
• Must have demonstrated ability to work with a range of yarn and knit types, from fine gauge, to compact and novelty
• Must have proficiency in grading, tolerances, and garment proportions
• Must have strong application of Excel and Illustrator
• Must have acute attention to details of formatting for cohesion of tech packs
• Must have great written and verbal communication both internally and to external vendors
• Must have demonstrated ability to identify origin of fit issues, and present options to resolve
• Must be highly organized and have strong time management
• Must be able to have clear written and verbal communication
• Must be a Team player with a willingness to help others and learn
• Must be a proactive problem solver

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k) and PTO. Additionally, we offer a generous clothing allowance and 50% employee discount off retail.

SIMKHAI designs for the elevated everyday with innovative techniques and timeless craftsmanship.

Founded in 2010 by designer Jonathan Simkhai, the studio takes inspiration from architects and sculptors alike, blending progressive construction techniques with intimate hand-detailing to create truly special garments and lifestyle design.

A 2015 winner of the prestigious CFDA/ Vogue Fashion Fund, the studio has earned recognition for its original silhouettes, quality constructions, and timeless elegance.

SIMKHAI continues to nurture an inspired creative community around the brand’s home in Los Angeles, sharing their designs and stories with women around the world who live artful, unapologetic lives.