Kids' Apparel 3D Technical Designer – Fit & Specs

Aspire Talent Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A NYC-based Wholesale Manufacturer of branded and licensed children’s apparel is seeking a 3D Technical Designer to develop and maintain fit and construction standards for our kid’s line. You will collaborate with Design and Production to ensure brand quality, prepare spec packages, and lead fit sessions while communicating feedback to vendors.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in children’s wear, experience with Browzwear or similar 3D software, and strong knowledge of knit/woven construction,

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience, children’s wear 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 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

Patternmaking

Garment construction

Measuring sample points

Quality tolerance understanding

Office software proficiency

Tools

Browzwear 3D software

Illustrator

Excel

MS Word

Job description

A NYC-based Wholesale Manufacturer of branded and licensed children’s apparel is seeking a 3D Technical Designer to develop and maintain fit and construction standards for our kid’s line. You will collaborate with Design and Production to ensure brand quality, prepare spec packages, and lead fit sessions while communicating feedback to vendors.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in children’s wear, experience with Browzwear or similar 3D software, and strong knowledge of knit/woven construction,