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Sr. Technical Designer
Location:
Baltimore, MD
Description:
Under Armour has one mission: to make you better. We have a commitment to innovation that lies at the heart of everything we do, not just for our athletes but also for our teammates. As a global organization, our teams around the world push boundaries and think beyond what is expected. Together our teammates are unified by our values and are grounded in our vision to inspire you with performance solutions you never knew you needed but can't imagine living without. Values & Innovation At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the Internal Career Site Here. Purpose of Role The Senior Technical Designer is the team lead to partner with Assistant Technical Designer, Associate Technical Designer, and patternmakers in live fittings. They oversee tech packs from development stage and through production stage. In addition, they will be involved in fitting and communicating the fit comments overseas. Your Impact * Manage one or more product categories from design concept to production garment* Work with factories and costing teams to optimize garment engineering for fit, performance and cost* Build and reviews technical packages for one or more categories* Identifies opportunities for sketch library and process enhancements* Conducts fit sessions on live models, including size sets* Able to identify fit issues, perform fit adjustments and communicate changes to improve fit and function* Directly responsible for creating 2D/3D pattern blocks with advanced understanding of grade rules and size scale manipulation to achieve best fit/visual across a size range* Leads seasonal fit alignment meetings across category to ensure products meet standards for grade rules, fit consistency, construction and quality* Analyzes artwork to identify risk, establish artwork standards and troubleshoot quality issues* Owns cross functional meeting communication for the development team. Must be able to effectively problem solve design, costing, quality and delivery issues* Independently communicates with vendors to problem solve all issues related to garment engineering* Manages workload for one or more category. Collaborates with cross functional team to meet calendar deliverables* Ability to dynamically deliver product presentations related to fit and construction* Domestic and overseas travel as necessary* Other duties may be assigned Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year Fashion Design program* Minimum of 6 years in technical design or product development experience Must have leadership experience, including managerial experience* Expertise building Development & Production Tech Packs* Must have experience managing a product category* Must have superior written and verbal communication skills; must be able to lead product presentations in a clear, concise, and engaging manner* Factory experience preferred* Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, a PLM system, Excel and Gerber or Optitex PDS* Advanced 2D patternmaking skills; must have on the job experience (classes and/or theory does not qualify)* 3D pattern experience preferred* Advanced experience fitting on live models and virtual models including size sets* Advanced knowledge of garment construction Workplace Location Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore office. Return to Work Designation: 3 days week in-office, the remainder of work week remote. Relocation No relocation provided Base Compensation $84,783.00 - $116,576.90 USDMost new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package. Benefits & Perks Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community. Under Armour Merchandise Discounts Competitive 401(k) plan matching. Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being. Want more details about benefits? Visit our page here #LI-Hybrid Our Commitment to Diversity At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request. At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Nearest Major Market: BaltimoreUnder Armour has one mission: to make you better. We have a commitment to innovation that lies at the heart of everything we do, not just for our athletes but also for our teammates. As a global organization, our teams around the world push boundaries and think beyond what is expected. Together our teammates are unified by our values and are grounded in our vision to inspire you with performance solutions you never knew you needed but can't imagine living without. Values & Innovation At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the Internal Career Site Here. Purpose of Role The Senior Technical Designer is the team lead to partner with Assistant Technical Designer, Associate Technical Designer, and patternmakers in live fittings. They oversee tech packs from development stage and through production stage. In addition, they will be involved in fitting and communicating the fit comments overseas. Your Impact * Manage one or more product categories from design concept to production garment* Work with factories and costing teams to optimize garment engineering for fit, performance and cost* Build and reviews technical packages for one or more categories* Identifies opportunities for sketch library and process enhancements* Conducts fit sessions on live models, including size sets* Able to identify fit issues, perform fit adjustments and communicate changes to improve fit and function* Directly responsible for creating 2D/3D pattern blocks with advanced understanding of grade rules and size scale manipulation to achieve best fit/visual across a size range* Leads seasonal fit alignment meetings across category to ensure products meet standards for grade rules, fit consistency, construction and quality* Analyzes artwork to identify risk, establish artwork standards and troubleshoot quality issues* Owns cross functional meeting communication for the development team. Must be able to effectively problem solve design, costing, quality and delivery issues* Independently communicates with vendors to problem solve all issues related to garment engineering* Manages workload for one or more category. Collaborates with cross functional team to meet calendar deliverables* Ability to dynamically deliver product presentations related to fit and construction* Domestic and overseas travel as necessary* Other duties may be assigned Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year Fashion Design program* Minimum of 6 years in technical design or product development experience Must have leadership experience, including managerial experience* Expertise building Development & Production Tech Packs* Must have experience managing a product category* Must have superior written and verbal communication skills; must be able to lead product presentations in a clear, concise, and engaging manner* Factory experience preferred* Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, a PLM system, Excel and Gerber or Optitex PDS* Advanced 2D patternmaking skills; must have on the job experience (classes and/or theory does not qualify)* 3D pattern experience preferred* Advanced experience fitting on live models and virtual models including size sets* Advanced knowledge of garment construction Workplace Location Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore office. Return to Work Designation: 3 days week in-office, the remainder of work week remote. Relocation No relocation provided Base Compensation $84,783.00 - $116,576.90 USDMost new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package. Benefits & Perks Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community. Under Armour Merchandise Discounts Competitive 401(k) plan matching. Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being. Want more details about benefits? Visit our page here #LI-Hybrid Our Commitment to Diversity At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request. At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Nearest Major Market: BaltimorePDN-9bd17694-81de-40e9-817e-0e97a724b958
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