Engineered Print & 3D Garment Developer (CLO3D)

Main Duties

1. Pattern Reverse-Engineering & produce a Spec

• Reverse-Engineer a Block: Analyse a provided physical reference (sportswear) garment to draft a professional 17-piece tailored block “inspired by” the fit and construction of the reference.
• Tech Pack Synthesis: Translate substantial existing brand research into a formal technical specification. This includes codifying fabric requirements, hardware/fittings, (both aspects well documented) and construction methods necessary to realise a 1-colour pattern.

2. 3D Digital Prototyping (CLO3D/Optitex) 

• 3D Verification: Assemble the 17-piece block in a 3D environment to verify silhouette, fit, and seam logic.
• Asset Visualisation: Produce high-fidelity 360-degree renders to serve as tangible resources for a brand feasibility and research document.

3. Engineered Image Integration – enabling the (existing / 1st task) 17-piece tailored block to be printed with an image (rather than a single colour)  

• Placement Engineering: Map a single high-resolution photographic image across the 17-piece pattern.
• Production Logic: Execute the division of the 2D image while accounting for Mechanical Overlap (seam allowances), Tailoring Compensation (geometric warp for 3D curves), and Digital Asset Extension (background out-painting).

4. Final Deliverables

• Provide a digital pattern (.DXF) and a production-ready 2D Marker/Print file (PDF/TIFF) where the photographic asset is precisely integrated into the 17-piece pattern shapes.

Skills and Experience Required

Skills and Experience Required

• Fluent in English please
• Pattern Drafting: Intermediate experience in technical reverse-engineering and drafting complex blocks from physical references.
• 3D Software Proficiency: Proven ability to use CLO3D or Optitex for garment assembly, fit verification, and high-fidelity rendering.
• Engineered Print Expertise: Technical understanding of UV mapping, placement engineering, and managing seam continuity across multi-panel garments.
• Digital Image Manipulation: Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop for digital asset extension (out-painting) and preparing high-resolution assets for print.
• Technical Documentation: Ability to codify research into clear specifications or foundation tech packs.
• Academic Level: Most likely BA final year, MA student or freelancer with a focus on Fashion Design or Digital Fashion TechnologyThe project timeline and remuneration are structured on the assumption of technical fluency in CLO3D/Optitex; candidates must be able to demonstrate an existing expertise / professional knowledge & efficient workflow without the need for training.