CAD Jewellery Specialist

About the role

Sarkissian is looking for a detail-oriented CAD Jewellery Specialist with at least 3 years of jewellery modelling experience. You will turn customer requirements, sketches and references into accurate, production-ready 3D CAD models that cast, set and finish correctly the first time. You will work closely with the team leader, designers, bench jewellers and production, from brief to approved prototype.

Key responsibilities

• Create 3D CAD models of rings, bridal and engagement pieces, bands, pendants, earrings, bracelets, necklaces and custom pieces from briefs, sketches, photos and stone specifications.
• Deliver all requests on time, reflecting the company's brand image and client requests.
• Work with colleagues to meet daily, weekly and monthly targets and take part in developing the design collection.
• Engineer every model for manufacturing: wall and metal thickness, stone seats, prongs, clearances, shrinkage and finishing allowances within casting partners' tolerances.
• Design accurate stone layouts (prong, bezel, channel, pavé, micro-pavé) and functional components such as hinges, clasps and multi-part assemblies.
• Review and revise models based on feedback from clients, managers and production, and create size variants, alternate stone configurations and photorealistic renders when needed.
• Flag design, feasibility and quality risks early and keep a version-controlled CAD library.

Required profile

• Minimum 3+ years of professional jewellery 3D CAD modelling experience, including manufactured pieces.
• Fluent Rhino, Matrix and MatrixGold; experience with organic modelling or sculpting software such as Blender or ZBrush.
• Extensive knowledge of gemology, precious metals and manufacturing techniques (lost-wax casting, 3D printing, stone setting, finishing).
• Intermediate knowledge of jeweller's tools, machinery and equipment.
• Excellent time management, organization and interpersonal skills, with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure and accept constructive feedback.

To apply, send an updated CV and a portfolio of jewellery CAD work (including CAD views and photos of finished pieces, with at least one pavé or multi-stone piece) by email. Shortlisted candidates complete a short practical CAD test.