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Fourth Floor · 21 hours ago

Senior Technical Designer, 3D - Kids Apparel

NYC Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$90K/yr - $110K/yr

8+ years exp

Fourth Floor is a kid's apparel manufacturer seeking a Senior Technical Designer who is enthusiastic about 3D and emerging technologies. The role involves leading the technical development lifecycle, managing tech packs, and collaborating with various teams to ensure quality and fit in product development.

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Responsibilities

Lead the full technical development lifecycle, from initial design hand-off through pre-production and final approval

Update and guide development of tech packs to be sent to factories and overseas vendors

Work cross-functionally with design, development and production to maintain quality and fit

Leverage PLM tools to manage workflows, vendor communication, and sample tracking

Support digital product creation initiatives, including 3D patterning and virtual sampling using tools such as Browzwear

Serve as the primary technical point of contact for global manufacturing partners, resolving development challenges, supporting junior team members, and ensuring milestones are met

Review pattern checks and fit samples for construction and measurement accuracy

Manage fittings and take fit notes

Follow up with vendors on grading or construction corrections

Ensure accuracy of tech packs alongside the production team

Qualification

Technical Design experience3D design toolsPLM platformsChildren’s clothing expertiseFashion Design degreeProficient in ExcelAdobe IllustratorPhotoshopAttention to detailCommunication skillsOrganizational skills