The ideal Technical Designer is detail-oriented, obsessed with apparel development and committed to providing outstanding customer service.
KEY 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
Evaluate samples to ensure product specifications, quality and construction standards are being executed
Follow the sample through fit approvals to 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
Build trusting relationships with suppliers and maintain close dialogue regarding capacity and calendar
Align and deliver to agreed calendar milestones
Partner with Pattern Engineer and Design Team on block pattern development to align with brand benchmarks
Analyze market research and customer review data to drive recommendations
Conduct wear tests
Collaborate with internal teams to maintain sample organization throughout development and production lifecycle
Comfortably work across various categories and product types
Exposure to fit model go-sees and measuring live models
Schedule and lead fit sessions
Participate in special projects as directed
Partner with and mentor new-hires through various Technical Design stations of work
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Customer Focus
Communicates Effectively
Builds Trust
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:
Product Lifecycle Management Software
Adobe Creative Suite – Illustrator, Photoshop
Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Working knowledge of Grade Rules and tolerances
Exposure to 3D apparel development preferred – Browzwear, CLO, Optitex
Exposure to 2D pattern software preferred – Gerber Accumark, Optitex
Working experience in communicating with vendors where English may not be their first language
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Apparel Design, Apparel Manufacturing, Pattern Making or related field or equivalent industry experience
Minimum 5 year’s experience in Technical Design or related field
Strong organization and time management skills
Clear, effective written and verbal communication
Strong interpersonal skills
Able to work independently as well as collaboratively
Pay Range Details
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Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- 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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Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Apparel Design, Pattern Making or related field
- 3+ years of experience in production fitting and pattern making
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and MS Office Suite
- Experience with Product Lifecycle Management systems
- Full understanding of grade rules and tolerances
Nordstrom Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nordstrom and has not been reviewed or approved by Nordstrom.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare options are described as broad, including medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside virtual care and mental health support. Additional protections like disability coverage, life/AD&D, and accounts such as HSA/FSA further strengthen the overall health-and-protection offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with a defined employer match structure and access to additional financial programs like an employee stock purchase plan. Commuter accounts, transit subsidies, and adoption assistance add to the overall financial support beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-away benefits include PTO accrual, paid holidays, bereavement leave, parental and bonding leave, and a sabbatical program after tenure. PTO sharing and donation options expand flexibility in how time off can be used and supported across colleagues.
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