CAD Textile Designer – Print & Pattern Development

oxford; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K matching

Paid time off

Annual bonus potential

Discounts at Tommy Bahama locations

Job summary

Tommy Bahama is seeking a CAD Designer to creatively develop print and pattern for all divisions, enhancing sales while preserving brand integrity. You will produce original textile designs, oversee repeats, and provide artwork that aligns with department needs and deadlines.

Collaborating across all Tommy Bahama brands, you will help interpret trends, support design teams, and ensure timely delivery of materials for seasonal programs. This role requires strong design sense and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Degree in Textile Arts, Fashion Design, or Graphic Design.
• 3+ years' experience using Photoshop, Illustrator and NedGraphics.
• Knowledge of all aspects of the commercial fabric printing and production process including repeats, indexing artwork, and factory limitations.
• Working knowledge of Flex PLM.
• Understanding of copyright related to textile design and rework of bought art to meet legal requirements.
• Excellent color and print sensibility with an eye for fashion and detail.
• Proven ability to deliver commercially viable color and print stories in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly motivated, passionate and results oriented.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and creative problem solver.
• Proactive team player.
• Strong sense of accountability and delivery on commitments.

Responsibilities

• Assist Art Department in creating original textile designs including all over prints, placement prints, embroideries and embellishments.
• Work with design to deliver artwork in line with brand identity and deadlines.
• Research and interpret print and textile trends for seasonal presentations.
• Collaborate with Design to maintain relationships and ensure results across product lines.
• Turn around requests in a timely manner.
• Create and organize reference documents for art.
• Assist with artwork archive system.
• Prepare materials for seasonal artwork send outs.

Skills

Photoshop

Illustrator

NedGraphics

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Textile Arts, Fashion Design, or Graphic Design

Tools

Flex PLM

Job description

Tommy Bahama is seeking a CAD Designer to creatively develop print and pattern for all divisions, enhancing sales while preserving brand integrity. You will produce original textile designs, oversee repeats, and provide artwork that aligns with department needs and deadlines.

Collaborating across all Tommy Bahama brands, you will help interpret trends, support design teams, and ensure timely delivery of materials for seasonal programs. This role requires strong design sense and teamwork.