3D Technical Designer - Children's Apparel

Clear Concepts, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Concepts, Inc. in New York City is seeking a 3D Technical Designer for children's apparel to develop and maintain consistent fit and quality across styles.

The role collaborates with Design and Production to set and maintain standard practices, drafts precise spec packages, and guides proto development to ensure brand consistency. The ideal candidate has experience with Browzwear 3D software, strong knowledge of garment construction, and proficiency in Excel and Word.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in children's apparel
• Experience with Browzwear or similar 3D software
• Familiar with measurement points and tolerance
• Knowledge of knit and woven garment construction
• Proficient with Excel and Word; Illustrator a plus

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain fit/construction standards with Design and Production
• Create spec packages with correct grade rules and construction details
• Measure and evaluate development and proto samples for spec/quality
• Lead fit sessions with Design and Production departments
• Communicate measurements and construction notes to vendors with diagrams/patterns
• Ensure products meet children’s safety requirements

Skills

Fit standards

Pattern interpretation

Vendor communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Fashion or related field

Tools

Browzwear 3D software

Excel

MS Word

Illustrator (a plus)

Job description

3D Technical Designer - Children's Apparel

Job Description

An established Wholesale Manufacturer of branded and licensed children's apparel in NYC is looking to fill a Technical Design position. The Technical Designer is responsible for developing and maintaining a consistent level of quality and fit for Children's Apparel.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with Design and Production teams to establish and maintain fit and construction standards to ensure brand consistency and quality
• Create spec packages for each style including correct grade rules and non-standard construction details
• Accurate measurement and evaluation of development, proto samples for spec, quality & workmanship
• Prepare and lead fit sessions with Design and Production Depts
• Communicate measurement, construction and workmanship comments to vendors, including providing detailed explanations, diagrams and/or patterns as needed
• Work with Production and Compliance Depts to ensure all products meet relevant children’s safety requirements
• Answer questions via email regarding fit, specs, pattern and construction as needed

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience, children swear experience
• Experience with Browzwear 3D software or similar software.
• Familiar with measuring sample points of measurement to ensure submitted samples are within tolerance of required specifications
• Strong knowledge of knit and woven garment construction
• Knowledge of patternmaking, sewing terminology and garment construction
• Have understanding of garment manufacturing and product development process
• Proficient in the use of Excel and MS Word; knowledge of Illustrator a plus
• Must be willing to work in the office 5 days/week.