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, the Nordstrom Product Group (NPG), 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 an Associate Technical Designer, you will create original samples ensuring that Design and Fit are aligned with the Brand DNA of the product/category. You will lead fit sessions and ensure fit and quality exceed customer expectations. You will work with our vendor/factory partners and provide measurement worksheets and visual construction pages, manage sample development and fit approvals, communicate construction changes to factories and you will support block pattern development in partnership with Pattern Engineers and Designers.
A day in the life…
• Collaborate with cross-functional and external partners to ensure product aligns with Brand DNA and design intent
• Maintain consistent fit and construction quality for best customer experience
• Create measurement worksheets and visual construction pages for factory development
• Follow samples from development & fit approvals to production
• Lead fit sessions and communicate fit and construction changes to factories to achieve approved fit and construction
• Support block pattern development, collaborating with Pattern Engineer and Designer on new fits and silhouettes
• Align and deliver to agreed calendar milestones
You own this if you have…
• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Apparel Design, Apparel Manufacturing, Pattern Making or related field or equivalent industry experience
• Minimum 2+ years' experience in Technical Design or related field
• Ability to demonstrate capabilities through fit test
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and Adobe CS.
• Ability to work independently or as a team.
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skill.
• Strong understanding of industry and trends.
• Enthusiasm for Nordstrom culture and growth opportunity in a corporate environment
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technology and systems.
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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
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
© 2022 Nordstrom, Inc
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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.
Washington: $69,000 - $110,500 annually
We don’t just sell cutting‑edge fashion and accessories — we create them. Our talented fashion design team, the Nordstrom Product Group (NPG), 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 an Associate Technical Designer, you will create original samples ensuring that Design and Fit are aligned with the Brand DNA of the product/category. You will lead fit sessions and ensure fit and quality exceed customer expectations. You will work with our vendor/factory partners and provide measurement worksheets and visual construction pages, manage sample development and fit approvals, communicate construction changes to factories and you will support block pattern development in partnership with Pattern Engineers and Designers.
A day in the life…
• Collaborate with cross-functional and external partners to ensure product aligns with Brand DNA and design intent
• Maintain consistent fit and construction quality for best customer experience
• Create measurement worksheets and visual construction pages for factory development
• Follow samples from development & fit approvals to production
• Lead fit sessions and communicate fit and construction changes to factories to achieve approved fit and construction
• Support block pattern development, collaborating with Pattern Engineer and Designer on new fits and silhouettes
• Align and deliver to agreed calendar milestones
You own this if you have…
• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Apparel Design, Apparel Manufacturing, Pattern Making or related field or equivalent industry experience
• Minimum 2+ years' experience in Technical Design or related field
• Ability to demonstrate capabilities through fit test
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and Adobe CS.
• Ability to work independently or as a team.
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skill.
• Strong understanding of industry and trends.
• Enthusiasm for Nordstrom culture and growth opportunity in a corporate environment
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technology and systems.
#LI-Hybrid
#LI-CH
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
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
© 2022 Nordstrom, Inc
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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.
Washington: $69,000 - $110,500 annually
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Associate Technical Designer position is now open for candidates interested in the Fashion Designer Jobs sector. This role in Seattle offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Fashion Designer Jobs is a plus.
