3D Technical Designer

About the role

URBN is seeking a 3D Technical Designer to provide technical expertise in product fit and construction across the product lifecycle, using 3D software to enable faster digital decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Publish style setups from Designers to relay needed information to factories for sample execution.
• Advise construction details and measurement specifications.
• Create patterns in CLO 3D with realistic construction, trims, and fabric.
• Support the Tech department with CLO 3D training and high‑level execution of 3D style development.
• Review CLO 3D files to ensure vendors meet design intent for fit and construction.
• Tech Pack Management: review, maintain, and update tech packs and specification sheets.
• Communicate fit corrections and construction details to internal teams and vendors.
• Conduct live fit sessions in CLO 3D, document fit notes, measure samples, and issue precise revisions.
• Collaborate with production and sourcing teams to ensure style details meet target margins and vendor capabilities without sacrificing design intent.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate or B.S. degree in Fashion Design, Patternmaking, Apparel Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years in the fashion industry or a related field with strong knowledge of garment construction, stitching standards, flat patterning, and draping (a plus).

Required Skills

• 3D CAD Software: Proficiency required (CLO 3D strongly preferred).
• Design & Systems Platforms: Experience with PLM systems, Adobe Photoshop, and generative AI platforms.

Preferred / Plus‑To‑Have Skills

• Digital workflow tools: Familiarity with Frontier, Vibe IQ, or Figma.
• Additional 3D & DPC software: Rhino, KeyShot, SolidWorks, or Blender.
• Advanced technology: Experience with 3D and 4D scanning technologies.

Perks & Benefits

URBN offers comprehensive perks and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, generous employee discounts, retirement savings, and more. Availability and eligibility may vary by location and employment status. For additional information, visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits.