Senior Technical Designer– Global Sports Apparel (Multiple Positions)
Job description
(Multiple Positions)
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Senior Technical Designer owns the fit and construction from initial concept through to commercialization and production for assigned styles to lead to on time delivery and development according to critical dates, product specification, and sustainability, performance, and profitability goals.
The Senior Technical Designer will create and revise Tech Packs for assigned styles and ensure all appropriate development documentation is maintained including product specs and prototype notes. In addition, the Senior Technical Designer will drive and execute fit and construction standards for a team or product group to ensure consistency. You will track and facilitate prototyping for styles; identify and address key issues and challenges in construction/manufacturing and plan accordingly to deliver proven and tested product. You will monitor and communicate progress and challenges throughout the product testing process to meet product integrity requirements.
The Senior Technical Designer keeps abreast of market trends, team goals, new technologies and consumer needs throughout the development process and engages appropriately to ensure projects are completed within corporate guidelines and goals for all facets of product creation. Additionally the Senior Technical Designer acts as a technical resource to others and lead initiatives through high energy and positive influence.
The role supports Global Sports Apparel (GSA).The GSA delivers all of Nike’s athlete, league and team apparel, for Promo and Retail.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
In this role you will also be responsible for the Technical Design of assigned styles product. Working with Design, Product Management and PCC on tailoring the product to the specific consumer needs.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
The Senior Technical Designer will collaborate with Design, Product Management, Product Creation Centers (PCC), Materials and Manufacturing partners Domestic and Overseas, to effectively execute on product development & fit goals deliverables.
Profile
WHAT YOU BRING
Bachelor's degree in apparel design, textile science or related field
Or, Additional product creation experience
5+ years technical design experience in the apparel industry, which includes the apparel development process from inception through production including pattern making, grading, construction, materials, costing, manufacturing and quality
Strong problem solving, organization and communication skills
Experience interpreting design intent, offering alternative solutions, and acting as a technical resource
Expert in writing product specs and construction standards instructions.
Proficient working with factory vendors to ensure and improve manufacturability
Ability to manage multiple projects
Experience using Adobe Illustrator, CAD Pattern Design software (Optitex) and 3D software (Clo/Browzwear) highly desired
Proficiency with MS Office programs
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time (domestic and international)
Must haves: years of experience, education, professional/functional credentials and certifications (for leveling), physical requirements (e.g., "ability to lift..."), and any country-specific items required by local laws (check with your local legal partners)