Chopard Watch Designer
Confidential luxury Maison in Meyrin, Switzerland seeks a Watch Designer to create and develop new watch products and 3D presentations.
Overview
A luxury watch Maison operating within the high-end horology sector, typically aligned with a major luxury group. The employer values artisanal craftsmanship, technical excellence and the fusion of aesthetic direction with rigorous engineering standards common to leading Swiss watchmakers.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conceptualize and propose new watch product ideas aligned with the brand’s global strategy and aesthetic codes.
- Create, adapt and refresh collections while ensuring strict adherence to the Maison’s visual identity.
- Develop design proposals from brief through to validated prototype, including modifications to existing watch components.
- Produce realistic 3D models and graphic presentations for internal review and hand off technical files to the Technical Case and Movement Departments.
- Prepare graphic and technical plans for suppliers and validate supplier-dimensioned drawings against design specifications.
- Deliver hand sketches and bespoke visuals for Marketing; produce graphics for Purchasing and Accessories (presentation cases, leaflets, desk clocks, writing instruments, cufflinks).
- Collaborate closely with Technical Case and Movement teams to track aesthetic development until final prototype approval.
- Conduct market and competitor trend analysis (aesthetics, materials, techniques) and participate in industry fairs (e.g., Watches and Wonders, EPHJ).
- Coordinate with Legal for design registrations and model filings.
Qualifications
- Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Horology, or equivalent vocational qualification in watch design.
- Proven portfolio demonstrating wristwatch design experience and collection development for luxury brands.
- Sound knowledge of watch components, materials and manufacturing constraints.
- Excellent hand-drawing skills and experience producing precise technical and supplier-ready drawings.
- Strong ability to translate briefs into 3D visuals and cross-functional technical documentation.
- Ability to collaborate with Technical Case, Movement, Purchasing and Legal teams and manage supplier interactions.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in watch design or product design within the luxury watch or high-end accessories sector, with a demonstrable portfolio of launched products and experience liaising with technical and manufacturing teams.
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Industrial/Product Design, Horology, or related discipline; formal horology training is an advantage.
Workplace
This position is based in Meyrin, Geneva, Switzerland, within easy reach of Geneva. Cerulean lists 59 open roles in Meyrin, including 2 posted recently. The broader Geneva area accounts for 453 active listings on Cerulean, 16 of which are new. In Switzerland as a whole, Cerulean currently features 736 open positions, with 25 posted this week.
Culture
The Maison cultivates a culture of meticulous craftsmanship and interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together creative designers and technical specialists to produce refined timepieces. The workplace emphasizes attention to detail, respect for heritage codes and regular participation in industry trade shows and fairs.
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