Lead Technical Designer, Local Creation Apparel (multiple openings)

Position Type

Full Time

Career area

Product Creation, Development & Management

Location

1 Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97005, United States

Job ID

R-94269

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, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

We are hiring for multiple open Lead Technical Designer, Local Creation Apparel positions.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

You will collaborate closely with Design, Product Management, Product Development, Materials, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional partners to execute against product development, fit, and commercialization objectives.

This role reports to the Senior Manager, Technical Design.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Lead Technical Designer owns fit, construction, and technical execution from concept through commercialization and production for assigned styles, ensuring on-time delivery against key milestones while meeting product quality, performance, sustainability, and profitability objectives.

This role is responsible for creating and maintaining technical documentation for complex apparel styles, including Tech Packs, product specifications, and prototype notes. The Lead Technical Designer establishes and executes fit and construction standards across a product category or team, driving consistency, quality, and manufacturability throughout the product creation process.

You will manage and facilitate prototyping, identify and resolve technical and manufacturing challenges, and proactively mitigate risks to deliver proven, tested products. You will monitor product progress, communicate key updates and issues to stakeholders, and ensure product integrity standards are achieved throughout development.

The ideal candidate stays connected to consumer needs, market trends, emerging technologies, and business priorities, using those insights to inform product decisions and drive continuous improvement. You will serve as a trusted technical expert, positively influencing partners and leading initiatives that elevate team capability and product excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Textile Science or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training
• A minimum of 6 years directly relevant work experience
• Experience developing performance apparel preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret design intent, propose alternative solutions, and serve as a trusted technical resource.
• Expertise in developing product specifications, construction standards, and technical documentation.
• Experience partnering with factory vendors and manufacturing teams to improve product quality and manufacturability.
• Proven ability to lead multiple projects and initiatives that enhance team capabilities and business outcomes.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, CAD pattern design software, and 3D apparel development platforms such as CLO or Browzwear strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

In this role, you will lead the technical design and development of apparel products within Nike's North America Local Creation team. Working closely with Design, Product Management, and Product Development, you will translate consumer insights and design intent into technically sound, commercially viable products tailored to local marketplace needs.

You will have a unique opportunity to help shape new ways of working, influence evolving product creation processes, and build capabilities that accelerate the growth and impact of the Local Creation product engine.

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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 an equal opportunity employer. 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.

What You Can Expect

OUR HIRING GAME PLAN

01 Apply

Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.

02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment

If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.

03 Interview

Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.