Fashion Technical Designer Mandarin Speaking Required

Fashion Technical Designer – Mandarin Speaking Required

Salary: $60,000–$70,000 per year
Job Type: Full-Time
Language Requirement: Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English (Required)

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Fashion Technical Designer who is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English to join our team.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of garment construction, fit, measurements, and apparel production. This position requires direct communication with overseas factories, particularly Mandarin-speaking manufacturers, to ensure accurate technical execution from initial development through final production.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed tech packs, including specifications, construction details, measurements, and garment callouts.
  
  
• Conduct garment fittings and provide clear fit comments and corrections.
  
  
• Measure samples and ensure garments meet approved specifications.
  
  
• Review and approve development, fit, pre-production, and production samples.
  
  
• Communicate directly with Chinese factories and vendors in Mandarin regarding fit corrections, construction details, measurements, and production requirements.
  
  
• Translate and clarify technical garment instructions between English and Mandarin as needed.
  
  
• Identify fit, construction, and quality issues and recommend solutions.
  
  
• Maintain accurate size specifications, grading, and measurement charts.
  
  
• Work closely with Design, Production, and Merchandising teams to ensure styles are production-ready.
  
  
• Track sample revisions and maintain organized technical records.
  
  
• Ensure consistency of fit, construction, and quality across styles and collections.
  
  
• Assist with fabric, trim, and construction evaluations as needed.
  
  
• Meet development and production deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Qualifications

• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English (both written and spoken) is required.
  
  
• Previous experience as a Technical Designer in the fashion/apparel industry.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, patternmaking, and grading.
  
  
• Experience creating and updating tech packs and specification sheets.
  
  
• Strong garment measuring and fitting skills.
  
  
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Excel.
  
  
• Experience communicating directly with overseas factories, especially manufacturers in China.
  
  
• Ability to explain technical garment corrections clearly and accurately in Mandarin.
  
  
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines simultaneously.
  
  
• Knowledge of apparel production processes from development through bulk production.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Salary: $60,000–$70,000, based on experience.

• Retirement Savings: SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with a company match.
  
  
• Paid Vacation: 10 days in the first year, increasing by one day on each work anniversary, up to a maximum of 15 days per year.
  
  
• Paid Sick Leave: Up to five days per year, with additional leave provided as required by applicable law.
  
  
• Medical Insurance: Company contribution of 50% toward medical insurance premiums.
  
  
• Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
  
  
• Team Events: Company outings and parties.
  
  

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is organized, dependable, technically strong, and passionate about creating well-fitting, high-quality apparel.

Mandarin proficiency is a mandatory requirement for this position, as the role involves regular technical communication with Mandarin-speaking factories and production partners.