3D Technical Designer, Kids’ Apparel & Fit Specialist

Top Dog Recruiting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Dog Recruiting in New York City is seeking a skilled 3D Technical Designer for children’s apparel to maintain fit and construction standards across styles. You will collaborate with Design and Production to ensure brand consistency and quality while creating detailed spec packages and leading fit sessions.

The role requires knowledge of knit and woven construction, patternmaking, and the ability to communicate specs and construction details to vendors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience, children's wear experience.
• Experience with Browzwear 3D software or similar software.
• 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

• 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

Garment construction knowledge

Patternmaking knowledge

Quality and fit focus

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Browzwear 3D

Excel

MS Word

Illustrator

Job description

Top Dog Recruiting in New York City is seeking a skilled 3D Technical Designer for children’s apparel to maintain fit and construction standards across styles. You will collaborate with Design and Production to ensure brand consistency and quality while creating detailed spec packages and leading fit sessions.

The role requires knowledge of knit and woven construction, patternmaking, and the ability to communicate specs and construction details to vendors.