Technical Designer, Women's Active Apparel: Rack - (Hybrid, Seattle)

Nordstrom; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement

Paid Time Away

Life Insurance

Disability

Merchandise Discount

EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom's downtown Seattle headquarters hosts a Technical Designer position focused on Women’s Active, emphasizing sports bras, tops and leggings. You will deliver technical design and process for Nordstrom Made, ensuring DNA alignment and high-quality construction.

You will lead fit sessions, develop Tech Packs, and collaborate with design and suppliers to optimize fit, fabric performance, and construction while supporting cross-functional teams in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in Technical Design or related field.
• Active or performance apparel experience, including knit fabrics and active product construction techniques.
• Strong understanding of performance fit and fit on the body in motion; familiarity with 3D design tools is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Apparel Design, Apparel Manufacturing, Pattern Making or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional peers and external partners to ensure product is aligned with development strategies and business needs.
• Develop clear, concise Tech Packs to include measurement worksheet and construction images to align with Design intent and Brand DNA.
• Lead fit sessions, and evaluate samples to ensure product specifications, quality and construction standards are being executed.
• Partner with design and suppliers to perfect fit, stretch recovery and seam construction on knit and performance fabrics, with a focus on sports bras, tops and leggings.
• Follow the sample through fit approvals in development and production to ensure intent is met.
• Communicate fit comments to suppliers to achieve desired corrections.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline product development and production processes, escalating when leadership involvement is needed.

Skills

Technical Design

Apparel Experience

Knit Fabrics

3D Design Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design

Job description

Job Description

NOTE: This position is located at Nordstrom's downtown Seattle headquarters and follows a hybrid work model, with four days in the office and one remote workday each week.

We don’t just sell cutting‑edge fashion and accessories — we create them. Our talented fashion design team - Nordstrom Made - develops, designs, produces, and sources all Nordstrom‑brand products. From traditional to trendy, this team shapes the styles and looks our customers love. And now, we have an exciting opportunity to join this team.

As a Technical Designer you will collaborate cross-functionally to deliver the technical design aspects and process for your products - ensuring they meet the Nordstrom Made DNA. For Women's Active, you will focus on performance and lifestyle pieces, with an emphasis on sports bras, tops and leggings. If you are passionate and experienced in technical design and are detail-oriented, obsessed with apparel development and committed to providing outstanding customer service, this may be the job for you.

A day in the life…

• Collaborate with cross-functional peers and external partners to ensure product is aligned with development strategies and business needs
• Develop clear, concise Tech Packs to include measurement worksheet and construction images to align with Design intent and Brand DNA
• Lead fit sessions, and evaluate samples to ensure product specifications, quality and construction standards are being executed
• Partner with design and suppliers to perfect fit, stretch recovery and seam construction on knit and performance fabrics, with a focus on sports bras, tops and leggings
• Follow the sample through fit approvals in development and production to ensure intent is met
• Communicate fit comments to suppliers to achieve desired corrections
• Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline product development and production processes, escalating when leadership involvement is needed

You own this if you have…

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in Technical Design or related field
• Preferred: Active or performance apparel experience, including knit and stretch fabrics and active product construction techniques
• Preferred: Strong understanding of performance fit and fit on the body in motion; familiarity with 3D design tools is a plus
• A Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Apparel Design, Apparel Manufacturing, Pattern Making or related field or equivalent industry experience
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Clear, effective written and verbal communication
• Strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.

Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$80,000.00 - $132,000.00 Annual

We’ve got you covered…

Benefits

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_16.pdf

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