Technical Design Assistant supports the garment fit, sizing, and technical development process to ensure consistency, comfort, quality, and alignment with brand standards across all product lines. This role partners closely with Technical Design Manager, Senior Designer, Sales Director, and cross-functional brand partners to assist with fittings, fashion illustration flat sketch, measuring sample, technical documentation, and fit approvals throughout the product development lifecycle.

Fit & Garment Evaluation

Assist in garment fit sessions using mannequins & live models

Accurately measure garments following brand How to Measure guides and approved methodologies

Independently identify design aesthetic, fit balance, proportion, comfort and pattern alteration at all stages of sampling

Evaluate construction quality and workmanship against brand standards

Propose clear, thoughtful fit and construction solutions to improve overall garment performance

Technical Documentation & Systems

Create and maintain all detailed technical flat sketches using Adobe Illustrator

Build, update, and maintain BOMs, measurement sets, and tech packs using best practices

Record and process fit comments, measurement & construction changes, and approvals accurately
Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support

Partner closely with Technical Design Manager, Senior Designer, Sales Director during fittings and evaluations

Attend and support fittings with offsite Design team as needed

Communicate fit corrections clearly to Product Developer,



Production Manager and factories and vendors and support follow-ups to ensure execution accuracy

Sample & Process Support

Prepare samples for fittings, including steaming, labeling, and organizing samples as needed

Support consistency of fit across sizes and styles

Assist with continuous improvement of fit standards, tools, and processes

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment , managing multiple priorities and short lead calendars

Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain focus on overall product goals

Flexible, adaptable personality with openness to direction and changing business needs

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical mindset with a proactive, “get-it-done” attitude

Ability to manage workload and relationships effectively across teams

Comfortable processing fit feedback, revisions, and managerial direction

Minimum Qualifications

2-3+ yea rs’ experience in the fashion industry with hands-on involvement in product development, technical design, or fit

Degree or certification in Fashion Design, Product Development, or related field (preferred)

Solid knowledge of garment construction, materials, and fit principles

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)

Robust working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

Experience with patternmaking programs such as Optitex is a plus

Exposure to PLM systems such as Andromeda NGC

Ability to work independently while being a strong team contributor

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📌 Technical Design Assistant (Canada) (Ontario)
🏢 Topson Downs of California
📍 Ontario