3D Apparel Technical Developer — Fit & Prototyping

vfc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Smartwool is seeking a Technical Developer to transform design concepts into high-quality apparel, leveraging 3D tools and virtual development. You will work across teams to ensure fit consistency and streamline the product creation process for sustainability and speed to market.

You will coordinate development schedules for prototypes, mentor on fit in advanced developments, and communicate changes to manufacturers via PLM systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Technical Development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of apparel fit analysis, grading, construction, patternmaking, and 3D.
• Strong communication with offshore vendors and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the development schedule of prototypes.
• Fit ownership of selection of in-line apparel product categories; with fit mentorship on all Advanced Developments.
• Work cross-functionally with Designers, Merchandisers, and Product Developers to facilitate a smooth communication flow.
• Drive consistent execution of fit intent and fit consistency within team through analysis, pattern corrections, visual adjustments, and training.
• Enter fit comments into PLM system to communicate changes to Manufacturers.
• Work with Digital Product Creation Manager to build 3D Digital Assets as needed.
• Assist in building a library of 3D Fit Blocks to ensure products align to standards.
• Serve as a motivating peer for 3D processes to improve efficiency and reduce calendars/budgets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Apparel fit

Grading

Patternmaking

3D

Construction

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Illustrator

PLM programs

3D Proto Software

Job description

Smartwool is seeking a Technical Developer to transform design concepts into high-quality apparel, leveraging 3D tools and virtual development. You will work across teams to ensure fit consistency and streamline the product creation process for sustainability and speed to market.

You will coordinate development schedules for prototypes, mentor on fit in advanced developments, and communicate changes to manufacturers via PLM systems.