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

Location: Hybrid role based in Seattle, Washington, United States

Salary: $80,000–$132,000 annual

Company

hirify.global is a retail company developing and producing apparel products across multiple categories.

What you will do

• Collaborate with design, pattern engineering, suppliers, and cross-functional partners to align products with development strategies and brand standards.
• Create tech packs with measurement worksheets and construction images.
• Evaluate samples, communicate fit comments, conduct wear tests, and follow products from fit approval through production.
• Schedule and lead fit sessions, including measuring live models and participating in fit model go-sees.
• Manage development calendars, sample organization, supplier capacity discussions, and escalations.
• Analyze market research and customer review data to support product recommendations and mentor new hires.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Apparel Manufacturing, Pattern Making, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical design or a related field.
• Experience developing tailored woven products such as blazers, trousers, and shirting.
• Working knowledge of grade rules and tolerances.
• Experience with product lifecycle management software, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organization, communication, interpersonal, independent-working, and collaboration skills.

Nice to have

• Exposure to 3D apparel development tools such as Browzwear, CLO, or Optitex.
• Exposure to 2D pattern software such as Gerber AccuMark or Optitex.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, retirement, and paid time away benefits.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Merchandise discount and employee assistance resources.
• Potential eligibility for performance-based incentives or bonuses.
• Benefits and eligibility vary by location, job level, classification, and length of employment.