Lead Technical Designer, Local Creation Apparel (multiple openings)

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Beaverton, OregonOn-siteTechnical Design

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 dev