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Nike Senior Technical Designer, Studio Expert in Beaverton, Oregon
Become a part of the NIKE, Inc team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
The Senior Technical Designer, Studio Expert will support development, prototyping, training and events happening within Apparel Maker Space, Olive St Studio. You will participate in planning and budgeting, maintaining studio inventories and assisting in equipment use and upkeep.
The Senior Technical Designer, Studio Expert is someone who’s pro-active, collaborative, safety minded, detailed oriented, and comfortable trouble shooting, learn new equipment and participate in process development. We need someone who can be agile and work in a fluid creative environment.
The Senior Technical Designer stays ahead 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.
What will you work on?
In this role you will be responsible for being a Studio Expert of all of Olive St Studio resources while working with Development and Product Creation on tailoring the product to the specific consumer needs.
Who will you work with?
You will report to the Senior Manager of Olive St Studio.
The Senior Technical Designer will collaborate with Technical Design, Development and Materials Teams to effectively implement product development & Nike goals and results.
What you will bring?
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in apparel design, textile science or related field.
Two years additional product creation experience may be considered equivalent.
Minimum 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 and offering alternative solutions.
Experience writing product specs and construction standards instructions.
Experience working with factory vendors to ensure and improve manufacturability.
Experience in Sewing/Construction.
Ability to manage numerous 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).
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.