Marine Layer is hiring : Technical Designer in San Francisco

Overview Join to apply for the Technical Designer role at Marine Layer .

Location : San Francisco, Hybrid (In Office Tuesday - Thursday + more as needed).

Marine Layer designs and manufactures its own line of laid-back apparel with nationwide stores, a strong e-commerce and wholesale presence, and a commitment to social and environmental responsibility as a B Corporation.

We value a collaborative, energetic team that blends hard work with a fun culture. We are seeking a Technical Designer to contribute to 3D garment creation, ensure fit consistency and quality, and support ongoing assortment growth.

Job Description As a Technical Designer , you will play a vital role in the 3D creation of our garments, translating the design team’s vision into Marine Layer products while upholding fit consistency and quality standards. You will bring support, organization, and a collaborative spirit to the technical design team.

Responsibilities Prepare for fittings by gathering and organizing samples, measuring garment specifications, and ensuring designer access to necessary information.

Take meticulous notes during fittings to provide valuable insights for the design team.

Support fitting preparation and participate in meetings to assess samples for fit, specifications, construction, pattern shaping, and functionality.

Manage the organization of samples to facilitate a smooth workflow in a fast-paced environment.

Review shipment samples to verify adherence to quality targets and garment specifications.

Lead quality control reviews and serve as a trusted resource within the team.

Oversee the development of block patterns and the spec library to achieve a consistent fit for denim and bottoms, including seasonal reviews.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in technical fashion design or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant denim and bottoms technical design experience.

Experience across women’s and men’s is preferred, with women’s experience required.

Proficiency in pattern-making, Gerber and / or CLO, and PLM software.

Strong knowledge of garment construction, bottoms fabrics, denim and garment washes, and production processes.

Excellent sketching abilities and tech pack creation skills.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with a flexible approach to responsibilities.

Energetic, positive attitude and a passion for technical apparel design.

Experience building fit from the ground up (no block library) and iterating across multiple styles.

Perks & Benefits Competitive pay and potential for equity compensation

Flexible work time

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401(k) with Matching

Flexible Spending Account

Parental Leave

Wellness Allowance

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Salary $85,000 - $105,000

How to Apply Apply through Marine Layer’s careers site or the official application channel.

Equal Opportunity Marine Layer is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that welcomes applicants and employees of all genders, races, backgrounds, orientations, and nationalities.

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