Cartier Enameller
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 8, 2026
About Cartier
Cartier is an iconic maison of high jewelry and watchmaking and a member of the Richemont group. Renowned for its artisanal savoir‑faire and aesthetic excellence, Cartier combines heritage craftsmanship with precision manufacturing across ateliers in Switzerland and internationally.
Cartier seeks an experienced Enameller for its La Chaux-de-Fonds Métiers d'art workshop. Full-time, enameling specialist with 3+ years experience required.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute enameling of components in strict adherence to operational specifications and design requirements
- Prepare workstations with components in accordance with manufacturing orders and production schedules
- Select and apply enamels in correlation with design specifications and creative briefs
- Perform repairs and restorations on enameled pieces, defining materials and techniques as needed
- Document completed work through written records and photography for quality assurance and archival purposes
- Monitor manufacturing compliance and verify conformity of production output
- Remain apprised of technological advancements in enameling processes and share knowledge with colleagues
- Contribute actively to process improvements and productivity optimization
- Participate in training initiatives related to manufacturing process evolution
Qualifications
- Swiss horological industry certificate (Convention patronale de l'industrie horlogère suisse) or equivalent credential in enameling
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in enameling or a closely related role within watchmaking or jewelry
- Advanced knowledge of enamels, paints, and related materials
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with precision and attention to detail
- Strong collaborative and teamwork capabilities
- Ability to reproduce artistic designs, particularly grisaille enameling techniques
- Familiarity with jewelry fundamentals
- Enthusiasm for innovation and process improvement
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of direct professional experience in enameling within the watchmaking or jewelry sector. Candidates should have demonstrated expertise in applying enameling techniques to high-precision components and a proven track record of executing repairs and restorations to exacting standards.
Education
Swiss horological industry certificate (Convention patronale de l'industrie horlogère suisse) or equivalent recognized credential in enameling craftsmanship.
Workplace
This position is based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
Culture
Cartier’s ateliers cultivate a culture of meticulous craftsmanship, discretion and collective pride in heritage techniques. The workplace prioritizes mastery, inter‑disciplinary collaboration between artisans and designers, and a relentless pursuit of aesthetic and technical excellence.
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