Technical Designer - Nordstrom Suiting and Wovens - (Hybrid) - Seattle, WA

Job Description

We don't just sell cutting-edge fashion and accessories, we create it. Our talented fashion design team — the Nordstrom Product Group — develops, designs, produces and sources 50-plus private Nordstrom labels. From traditional to trendy, this team is shaping the styles and looks our customer love. 

 

A day in the life… 

• Collaborate with cross-functional and external partners to ensure outcomes align with design intent and brand requirements. Align and deliver to agreed calendar milestones 

• Create and maintain consistent fit, construction and construction images of the product  

• Create and align measurement worksheet to deliver to factories 

• Follow the sample through fit approvals to production; ensure fit consistency appropriate to brand 

• Support block pattern development and approvals and collaborate with Pattern Engineer and Product Developer on new fits for development 

• Schedule and lead fit sessions and communicate changes to achieve final fit and construction to meet brand requirements 

 

You own this if you have… 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel Design, Pattern Making or related field 

• 3+ years of experience in production fitting and pattern making 

• Ability to demonstrate capabilities through fit test 

• Strong organization and time management skills

• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and MS Office Suite. Product Lifecycle Management system experience required 

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills 

• Full understanding of grade rules and tolerances 

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…

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

 

A few more important points...

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