Senior Technical Designer, Nike Sports Apparel

Who You’ll Work With

You will report to the Senior Manager, Apparel Technical Designer. The Senior Technical Designer will collaborate with Design, Product Management, Development, materials, and manufacturing teams to execute product development and fit goals.

Who We Are Looking For

The Senior Technical Designer coordinates fit and construction from initial concept through commercialization and production for assigned styles, supporting on-time development and delivery according to critical dates, product specifications, and sustainability, performance, and profitability goals.

The role includes creating and revising patterns in Optitex, developing tech packs, maintaining technical documentation, and executing fit and construction standards for a team or product group. The Senior Technical Designer will track and facilitate prototyping, identify construction and manufacturing issues, and plan solutions to deliver proven and tested products.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, experience, or training.
• At least 3 years of directly relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in apparel design, textile science, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of technical design experience in the apparel industry, including apparel development from inception through production.
• Experience with pattern making, grading, construction, materials, costing, manufacturing, and quality.
• Strong problem-solving, organization, and communication skills.
• Experience interpreting design intent and offering alternative solutions.
• Experience writing product specifications and construction standards instructions.
• Experience working with factory vendors to improve manufacturability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator, CAD pattern design software such as Optitex, and 3D software such as Clo or Browzwear is highly desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, domestically and internationally.

What You’ll Work On

You will be responsible for the technical design of assigned styles for American Football uniforms, including NFL or NCAA products, and may work across Nike Sports Apparel as needed. You will work with Design, Product Management, and Development to tailor products to specific athlete needs, monitor and communicate progress and challenges during product testing, and ensure projects meet product integrity requirements and corporate guidelines.

The Senior Technical Designer keeps informed about market trends, team goals, new technologies, and consumer needs throughout the development process.

NIKE, Inc. offers accommodations throughout the interview process, a total rewards package, a casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional development. NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.