Bvlgari Electroplating Technician (Galvanoplastist)
- Location
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 3, 2026
About Bvlgari
Bvlgari (Bulgari) is an Italian maison renowned for high jewelry, watches, fragrances, accessories and luxury hospitality, with its watchmaking and fragrance operations anchored in Switzerland. The brand is part of the LVMH group and is recognised for its Italian heritage, exacting craftsmanship and commitment to artisanal excellence.
Bvlgari seeks a Galvanoplaste (Electroplating Technician) in Saignelégier, Switzerland. Permanent, full-time role in watch production with technical plating duties.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute surface treatments (bath processes) and cleaning of watch components including dials, appliqués and cases from preparation through colouring and final cleaning.
- Develop, document and follow manufacturing processes for the plating workshop and perform base treatments on dials (sanding, satin finishing, opaline, sunburst).
- Operate and maintain automatic and manual washing lines for cases and dial components, ensuring parts are cleaned to specification.
- Prepare and monitor treatment baths, perform regular maintenance of galvanic installations and ensure bath chemistry and equipment integrity.
- Inspect produced parts for quality, record quantities in production orders (OF) and ensure traceability.
- Contribute to process development, lead root-cause analysis for quality issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop.
Qualifications
- Swiss Federal Certificate (CFC) in galvanoplasty/electroplating or equivalent vocational qualification.
- Minimum three years' proven experience in galvanic/electroplating operations within the watchmaking industry, preferably with dial treatments.
- Strong command of galvanic techniques and bath management, with demonstrated rigour and organisational skills.
- Good communicator, able to work cooperatively across teams and to document processes clearly.
- Proactive mindset with curiosity for technological developments and ability to propose process optimisations.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar electroplating/galvanoplasty role within the watchmaking sector, ideally with direct experience on dials.
Education
Swiss Federal Certificate (CFC) in galvanoplasty, electroplating or equivalent vocational diploma.
Workplace
The role is situated in Saignelégier, Jura, Switzerland — conveniently close to Neuchâtel.
Benefits
Structured onboarding and team integration; welcoming break areas with complimentary coffee; participation in employee clubs (yoga, running, golf, music); multicultural international environment; favourable LPP pension plan and contributions to health insurance and meal costs; flexible working with potential telework and complete IT kit; free car/bike parking and EV charging stations; free shuttle to Neuchâtel; broad technical, interpersonal and managerial training programmes.
Culture
Bvlgari combines Italian creativity with Swiss technical precision, fostering a culture that values craftsmanship, design sensibility and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The workplace emphasises respect, conviviality and international exchange, with structured learning paths and active employee communities.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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