3D Technical Designer - Kids' Apparel Fit & Specs

Top Echelon Software, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC, NYC-based wholesale manufacturer of branded and licensed children's apparel, seeks a 3D Technical Designer to develop and maintain fit and quality across styles. You will collaborate with Design and Production to create precise spec packages and ensure brand consistency.

The role requires hands-on knowledge of Browzwear or similar 3D tools, strong garment construction expertise, and the ability to lead fit sessions. Office-based, five days a week, in Manhattan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in children's apparel.
• Experience with Browzwear 3D software or similar.
• Familiar with measuring sample points to ensure tolerance.
• Strong knowledge of knit and woven garment construction.
• Understanding of garment manufacturing and product development.
• Proficient in Excel and Word; Illustrator a plus.
• 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 basics

Quality evaluation

Sampling/measurement accuracy

Vendor communication

Tools

Browzwear 3D

Illustrator

Excel

MS Word

Job description

Top Echelon Software, LLC, NYC-based wholesale manufacturer of branded and licensed children's apparel, seeks a 3D Technical Designer to develop and maintain fit and quality across styles. You will collaborate with Design and Production to create precise spec packages and ensure brand consistency.

The role requires hands-on knowledge of Browzwear or similar 3D tools, strong garment construction expertise, and the ability to lead fit sessions. Office-based, five days a week, in Manhattan.