Boucheron Methods Engineer

About Boucheron

Boucheron, established by Frédéric Boucheron in 1858, is a distinguished name in the realm of high jewelry, fine jewelry, and watchmaking. As a visionary creator and the first of the great contemporary jewelers to open a boutique on the Place Vendôme, Boucheron continues to epitomize excellence. The brand, renowned for its audacious and free-spirited style, is dedicated to crafting the classics of tomorrow. As part of the esteemed Kering Group, Boucheron benefits from a global network and resources, enhancing its commitment to innovation and luxury.

Role & Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical reference for new product development and existing product lines, ensuring adherence to cost, quality, and timeline specifications.
• Lead projects related to new product introductions, multi-sourcing, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor project budgets and communicate progress, identifying and proposing solutions for any obstacles encountered.
• Collaborate with the New Products team and jewelry experts from conception through to commercial launch.
• Draft specifications and risk analyses, contributing to technical risk mitigation plans.
• Participate actively in development phases, overseeing and validating technical aspects in collaboration with workshops.
• Propose and implement technical solutions for design and manufacturing challenges.
• Ensure coherence between new products and existing product lines.
• Compile and validate technical documentation.
• Manage multi-sourcing projects from initial scoping to pre-series validation.
• Propose and implement standardization projects for products, components, and fittings.
• Act as the primary contact for all internal and external technical inquiries.
• Oversee and manage technical documentation for products under development and in production.
• Lead continuous improvement projects related to internal operations and workshop collaborations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a methods, production, or design engineer in jewelry, watchmaking, or a related field.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Project-oriented with the ability to adapt to a rapidly growing environment and manage associated challenges.
• Proactive and autonomous with a strong capacity for proposal.
• Proficiency in CAD and PLM software.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Willingness to travel.

Skills

Experience

A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in methods, production, or design engineering within the jewelry or watchmaking industry is required.

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Workplace

Benefits

The position offers a supportive environment that prioritizes the physical and emotional well-being of employees, fostering an atmosphere where individuals can fully realize their potential.

Culture

Boucheron values diversity and inclusivity, creating an authentic environment that supports the well-being of each employee. The company is committed to equality of opportunity and believes in the richness of diverse perspectives and backgrounds, recruiting without regard to gender, age, nationality, culture, disability, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.

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