CAD Designer

DAVRON CV: Candidate 1904975

FABRIC ENGINEER | PERFORMANCE TEXTILES, TECH-PACKS & PRODUCTION ENGINEERING

Core Expertise

• Developed durable, flame-resistant fabric blends that improved protection while reducing garment weight.
• Interpreted tech packs, blueprints, and CAD patterns to produce manufacturable production specifications.
• Prepared cost estimates, schedules, and proposals to support project decision-making and procurement.
• Led prototyping, failure analysis, and remedial action plans to resolve production and quality issues.
• Operated and supervised cutting and sewing processes, ensuring throughput and adherence to quality standards.

Project Background

• Designed performance garments for public safety agencies, focusing on flame resistance and lightweight construction.
• Developed reflective safety vests and high-visibility apparel using durable nylon and polyester constructions.
• Executed continuous improvement projects to optimize manufacturing flow and reduce defects in production lines.
• Participated in formal design reviews, recommending material and construction modifications to meet specifications.
• Delivered tech-pack-based prototypes from concept to production, completing iterative testing and validation.

Key Skills

• Tech-pack development and interpretation | Gerber AccuMark | TukaTech pattern software
• Prototyping, pattern making, and manufacturing process optimization for apparel
• Failure analysis, root-cause investigation, and corrective action planning
• Quality assurance procedures, inspection, production troubleshooting, and acceptance criteria
• Cost estimating, cost management, and project scheduling for manufacturing programs
• Sewing and cutting machine operation, shop floor supervision, and process documentation

Education

• Business Administration coursework — community college; coursework in management and operations
• High school equivalency (GED) — adult education program with vocational emphasis

Awards & Recognition

• Project management certification — formal credential in project planning and execution
• CPR certification — basic life support credential for workplace safety

Why Interview this Candidate?

A fabric engineer with over a decade of hands-on experience in performance textiles, prototyping, and production engineering. Routinely translated tech packs into production-ready specifications, developed flame-resistant lightweight fabric blends, and led quality and continuous-improvement initiatives to reduce defects and control costs. Well-suited to roles in defense, public safety, or industrial apparel manufacturing that demand textile technical expertise and production leadership.