Project Engineer, R&D
David Yurman is a celebrated American jewelry company known for its artistic craftsmanship and innovation. The Project Engineer in R&D will merge artistic vision with technical problem-solving to support the creation of functional aesthetic works, facilitating collaboration between artists and engineers while managing various projects related to sculpture and gem cutting.
Responsibilities
- Develop and explore new materials, technologies and manufacturing methods to identify potential product opportunities for sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects
- Project management of sculpture and jewelry creation
- Create, and manage calendar and scheduling for all meetings surrounding sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects
- Create agendas for all sculpture meetings
- Provide recaps and updates as necessary following any sculpture meetings
- Creation and delivery of project plans for sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects
- Own cross-functional communication surrounding sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects
- Assist with hands on creation of sculptures – travel necessary at times for doing so
- Support Senior Director of Engineering with innovation efforts and strategic goals
- Execute testing and documentation of R&D process for all new materials used in sculptures
- New material development for sculptures
- New finishing development for sculptures
- Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers and vendor facilities mid-level technical managers
- Consultant support
- Stone sourcing exploration with regards to availability, supply, cost & lead-times
- Consultancy for mineral acquisition to support visual directives
- Consultancy on vendor selection, execution and manufacturing techniques for Heritage DY sculpture reproduction
Skills
- 1 to 3 years of experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred
- Strong critical thinking and project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Demonstrates excellent time management, prioritization, attention to detail, and organizational skills
- Entrepreneurial spirit that enjoys working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Ability to work collaboratively across different teams
- Knowledge of modern jewelry manufacturing techniques, precious metal metallurgy and/or investment casting a plus
- Working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) & Oracle software a plus
Benefits
- Access to healthcare benefits
- 401(k) plan
- Bonus
- Employee discounts
- Summer Fridays (corporate roles)
- Generous paid time off
- Sick time
Company Overview
Company H1B Sponsorship