Associate Designer CAD

About the role

The Associate CAD Designer develops trend-right product by creating innovative, brand-relevant prints and patterns for multiple classifications. You will partner with cross-functional teams—Design Directors, Production, Graphics, and Colorists—to translate conceptual designs into technical formats for production, ensuring prints align with seasonal themes and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Nautica CAD team to create original prints and patterns that are trend-forward and brand-appropriate for seasonal color and concept.
• Research and assist in coordinating print/pattern direction.
• Translate inspirational sample prints and patterns into CAD format.
• Color and create pattern repeats throughout development, formatting in CAD for multiple classifications per concept and season.
• Support line development by updating and refreshing CAD prints and patterns as designs evolve.
• Understand production processes and their impact on print and pattern development.
• Maintain organized classification systems to ensure files are accessible to team members.
• Manage file transmission to the Design team and collaborate to troubleshoot issues.
• Create production-ready artwork following CAD center of excellence best practices.
• Use Miro to communicate, organize, and share artwork for efficient cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop strong working relationships with cross-functional teams (Directors, Designers, Graphics, Colorists, and Production) through communication and problem-solving.
• Maintain awareness of the corporate calendar and help the team manage deadlines.

Requirements

• 4 years of experience in the textile/graphic design industry.
• A 4-year art degree or equivalent.
• Knowledge of textile/graphic processes (graphic, print, and yarn-dye) and textile design software (proficiency in Adobe Suite preferred; familiarity with Kaledo is a plus).
• Strong ability to work in a diverse, creative team.
• Excellent creative and sketching skills.
• Understanding of all markets and the Nautica customer.
• Strong presentation, persuasion, and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities.
• Commitment to learning and continuous development.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in time management.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Term life insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays (eligibility requirements apply).
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Associate discount on Catalyst Brands merchandise.
• Eight paid holidays per year for eligible associates (MTO).
• Additional compensation for store hourly associates scheduled to work on designated holidays.

Pay

USD $62,700.00 – USD $114,000.00 per year.