Now Hiring - Mamiye Brothers, Inc. - Associate Sweater Designer in New York, NY

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Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and technical Associate Sweater Designe r to join our NYC design team. You'll support the full design and development process for knitwear and sweater collections-from concept through final production. The ideal candidate brings and understanding of years, stitches, gauges, and garment construction, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and collaborates effectively across function to deliver commercially viable product. What You'll Do * Assist in developing seasonal concept decks, mood boards, yarn/stitch stories and silhouette direction for knitwear and sweaters * Translate design inspiration into CAD flats, stitch layouts, tech packs and line sheets using Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop * Research and select yarns, gauges, stitch techniques, trims and fabrication details appropriate for knitwear product categories * Participate in fittings with Technical Design to refine fit, construction, proportion and ensure garment quality meets brand standards * Collaborate with production and overseas factories on sourcing, costing and timelines * Maintain phsical and digital archives of yarn swatches, stitch libraries, seasonal references and design documentation * Ensure deliverables (protos, samples, market submissions) adhere to the design calendar Qualification & Skills * Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design * 3-5 years of professional design experience in knitwear and/or sweater design (women's or contemporary market preferred) * Good working knowledge of yarns, knitting techniques (e.g. tension, intarsia, cable, jacquard, full-fashion), gauges and knit construction * Proficient in Adobe, Illustrator and Photoshop ; solid Excel skills * Experience creating detailed tech packs, CADs and line sheets with accuracy * Strong organizational, multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize in a deadline-driven design environment * Strong verbal and written communications skills; ability to collaborate across design, technical , sourcing and merchandising teams * Knowledge of Simparel or PLM systems and overseas development processes is a plus Why Join Us * Work with a collaborative, experienced design team within a global apparel company * Gain exposure to large scale sourcing , manufacturing and brand partnerships across women's lifestyle apparel * Join a creative, fast paced work environment that values innovation, craftmanship an commercial impact Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * AD&D insurance * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10018