Job Description

About JOLYN

Over a decade ago, we reinvented women’s competitive swimwear, making it better fitting, more durable and as unique as the women who inspired us. With our heritage of designing high-performance swimwear for world class athletes we now make a range of sustainable swimwear that fits comfortably, stays put, and will last for years to come. 

As we expand our product categories and sales channels, we’re looking for a talented Technical Designer / Pattern Maker to join our team on a temporary-to-hire basis. You’ll play a key role in supporting our Production Team with sketching, measurements, and construction specifications for swim and activewear styles. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically skilled, and thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment.

Location: Huntington Beach, CA 92649

Role Type: Temporary to Hire Position . 3-month initial contract (possible 1 month extension). Approx. 32 hours/week.

Hybrid Work Environment : This is a hybrid role. Must be available to work in our Huntington Beach, CA office for weekly fittings and meetings.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Support the sketching, measurement, and construction specifications for swim and activewear.
• Apply deep knowledge of patternmaking principles and garment construction fundamentals to ensure precision and quality.
• Assist in product development and garment fit — plus-size experience preferred, with a strong understanding of fit and aesthetics across size ranges.
• Build and maintain BOMs (Bills of Materials) and technical packages.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, vendors, and factories, both locally and internationally.
• Take ownership of your work while managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain a positive work climate and an environment based on trust, diversity, and inclusion within the team.
• Foster and communicate the values that support the mission and objectives of JOLYN.
• Perform ad hoc projects and tasks as assigned.

About You:

• 5+ years of experience in patternmaking and technical design.
• Full-package experience (from concept through production).
• Gerber v13 proficiency required (or equivalent CAD software).
• Proven swimwear or activewear experience; fleece experience a plus.
• Extended sizing (plus-size) experience strongly preferred.
• Skilled in specing, grading, and creating tech packs.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Gerber, with working knowledge of Centric, Excel, PLM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong technical construction knowledge for product manufacturing.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and perform under pressure.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At JOLYN, we’re passionate about creating high-performance products that inspire confidence and individuality. You’ll work alongside a creative, collaborative, and supportive team that values innovation, diversity, and purpose.

Pay Range: The anticipated hourly rate for this role is $35-$43/hr. Actual compensation may vary outside of this range depending on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and competencies.

JOLYN is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity on our team. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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