Canada Goose Inc. Hiring for Technical Designer at Toronto, ON Full Time

Canada Goose isn’t like anything else. We’ve built something great, something special – an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. At the heart of it is our promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the world outside. To Live in the Open. At Canada Goose, you’re part of a movement that belongs to something bigger. One that seeks out the restorative power of nature and is driven by a purpose to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm. We endure any condition, observe every detail, and are building a community that believes in living bravely and coming together to support game-changing people.

Here, opportunities are everywhere – to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they’re yours for the taking.

Job Description

Job Purpose:
The Technical Designer is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining patterns from the initial design through all levels of prototypes to bulk production. This role will work closely with Product Developers and Designers to capture a superior fit, design concept and high standard of construction. Adherence to seasonal schedules and production calendar is essential in this role.

Key Responsibilities:
Create and maintain patterns in Gerber system; complete all required changes and updates of patterns through all stages of style development.

Partner with Design to fully understand style construction details, styling intent, fit and proportions.

Ensure products are engineered to Canada Goose’s Quality and Manufacturing standards.

Measure all garments to create style documentation, following Canada Goose’s internal manuals.

Ensure brand integrity, size and fit are consistent within the product category.

Work closely with sample makers to ensure understanding of the construction of each specific garment.

Ensure accuracy of all the patterns prior to release of the style to production.

Provide feedback to Design and Product Developers on construction challenges, recommend alternatives or improvements, ensure the pattern, BOM and Sketches are updated accordingly.

Arrange reviews with Product Developers of garments to discuss style, fit and construction to effectively create garments meeting Canada Goose standards.

Create and manage mockups in a timely manner when required.

Provide patterns to Grading, Marker Making, QA and Production Departments, working closely to ensure that all details are understood.

Experience, Education and Designations:
University Degree/College Diploma in Fashion Arts, with technical/ patternmaking emphasis.

Grading experience is an asset.

6-10 years’ experience in patternmaking, preferably in outerwear.

CAD pattern drafting experience is required. Gerber Accumark experience is an asset.

Experience with the 3D Design Software is an asset.

Knowledge of Illustrator and Photoshop is an asset.

Must be proficient with MS Outlook.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:
Ability to work from initial design, from first prototype sample through to bulk production.

Must have a solid understanding of fabrics, garment construction and fit, including the ability to fit on live models and translate to flat pattern.

Self-motivated, team player, reliable, and desiccated and diligent.

Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.

Must be able to communicate with fellow coworkers, as well as contractors and suppliers.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate garment fit and construction techniques to both internal staff as well as outside factories.

Strong understanding of body shapes & fit is a must.

Able to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting the demands of many different departments (Production, Product Development, Cutting, Quality Assurance).

Able to meet extremely tight deadlines.

Working Conditions:
Office & Manufacturing environment

Travel to other manufacturing locations and technology conferences when required