3D Technical Designer — Kids’ Apparel & Fit Expert

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC in New York City is seeking a 3D Technical Designer for Children's Apparel to maintain quality and fit across styles.

You will collaborate with Design and Production to set construction standards, create spec packages, run fit sessions, and communicate details to vendors. Proficiency with Browzwear 3D software, patternmaking, and garment construction knowledge is required; Excel and MS Word skills are a plus.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Browzwear 3D

Measuring samples

Knit & woven knowledge

Patternmaking

Sewing terminology

Garment manufacturing

Excel

MS Word

Illustrator

Tools

Browzwear 3D

Job description

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC in New York City is seeking a 3D Technical Designer for Children's Apparel to maintain quality and fit across styles.

You will collaborate with Design and Production to set construction standards, create spec packages, run fit sessions, and communicate details to vendors. Proficiency with Browzwear 3D software, patternmaking, and garment construction knowledge is required; Excel and MS Word skills are a plus.