3D Technical Designer – Children's Apparel Fit & Specs

True North Consultants, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

True North Consultants, Inc. in New York, NY is seeking a 3D Technical Designer for Children's Apparel to maintain quality and fit across our brand portfolio. The role partners with Design and Production to ensure consistent construction and size grading.

Responsibilities include creating spec packages, leading fit sessions, communicating construction details to vendors, and ensuring compliance with children’s safety requirements. Proficiency with Browzwear 3D software and MS Office is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience in children’s wear.
• Experience with Browzwear 3D software or similar.
• Familiar with measuring sample points to ensure 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 Excel and MS Word; knowledge of Illustrator a plus.
• Must be willing to work in the office 5 days/week.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain fit and construction standards with Design and Production 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 with detailed explanations/diagrams/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.

Skills

Children's wear experience

Garment construction knowledge

Patternmaking knowledge

Tools

Browzwear 3D software

Illustrator

MS Word

Excel

Job description

True North Consultants, Inc. in New York, NY is seeking a 3D Technical Designer for Children's Apparel to maintain quality and fit across our brand portfolio. The role partners with Design and Production to ensure consistent construction and size grading.

Responsibilities include creating spec packages, leading fit sessions, communicating construction details to vendors, and ensuring compliance with children’s safety requirements. Proficiency with Browzwear 3D software and MS Office is preferred.